Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Proud Moment for Doordarshan: Bestowed with ECI Media Award for voter awareness in Electronic Media (TV) category
Recognised for its impactful coverage, including "Chunav Ka Parv Desh Ka Garv" series during the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 for promoting informed and responsible voting
Posted On:
25 JAN 2025 7:47PM by PIB Delhi
Doordarshan is proud to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious award in the Electronic Media category for its 360-degree comprehensive campaign on Voter Awareness and Education. Doordarshan has been recognised for its impactful coverage, including the "Chunav Ka Parv Desh Ka Garv" series during the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, which highlighted the importance of informed and responsible voting.
DG Doordarshan, Ms. Kanchan Prasad receiving the honour from the President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu
The campaign, conducted across the nation during the Parliamentary Elections 2024, showcased Doordarshan’s commitment to fostering an informed and active citizenry. It encompassed:
- Innovative Programming: Development and broadcast of 30 voter education short films.
- Multilingual Outreach: Extensive dissemination across DD National, DD India, and DD News Channels, ensuring messages reached every corner of the country.
- Engaging Advertisments: Engaging L-band advertisement, Mug Branding and Advertisements (45 sec/spots) aimed at motivating millions to participate in democracy.
Through its creative and inclusive approach, Doordarshan successfully empowered voters throughout the country, especially first-time participants, to contribute to the democratic process.
On receiving this honor, Doordarshan reaffirms its dedication to nation-building by continuing to be the trusted voice of the people.
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