A member of a community radio demonstrates the proper way of washing hands to tribals
BHUBANESWAR: In the hinterlands of Odisha, where tribals do not have exposure to information, community radios are trying to fill that void. They have been providing updates on Covid-19 and sensitising villagers about preventive methods to keep the virus at bay.
As many as 13 community radio stations have adopted nearby villages to keep them updated about Covid through their campaign ‘Nua Sakalara Katha’ (story of a new dawn) and help villagers practice wearing mask, maintain social distancing and wash hands regularly. The campaign has received support from the US Consulate General in Hyderabad and Young India, an NGO.