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Doordarshan Recognized for Its Electoral Campaign Efforts

Doordarshan, India’s national broadcaster, has received an award in the Electronic Media category for its exceptional Voter Awareness and Education campaign during the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. The award recognizes its influential series, "Chunav Ka Parv Desh Ka Garv."

Doordarshan, India’s national broadcaster, was honored with an award in the Electronic Media category for its exceptional Voter Awareness and Education campaign during the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections.

The recognition specifically acknowledges its impactful series "Chunav Ka Parv Desh Ka Garv" and other initiatives designed to promote an informed and engaged citizenry. The award was presented to Doordarshan’s Director-General, Kanchan Prasad, by President Droupadi Murmu on Republic Day 2025 (January 25).

Supported by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Doordarshan's efforts demonstrate its dedication to strengthening India’s democracy through wide-reaching and inclusive media initiatives.

Key Highlights

  • Award Category: Electronic Media category for voter awareness and education.
  • Series Recognition: "Chunav Ka Parv Desh Ka Garv", a special series aired during the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections.
  • Presented By: The award was given to Kanchan Prasad, Director-General of Doordarshan, by President Droupadi Murmu.
  • Campaign Coverage: Doordarshan produced and aired 30 voter education short films, distributed in multiple languages across DD National, DD India, and DD News channels, alongside advertisements aimed at inspiring voter participation, particularly among first-time voters. The campaign reached audiences nationwide.
  • Key Achievements: The initiative fostered a well-informed citizenry and increased engagement with the democratic process through creative, inclusive messaging, with a focus on empowering first-time voters.
  • PIB Statement: The PIB emphasized Doordarshan’s role in reinforcing its commitment to democracy and empowering voters across the country.

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