Media plays a strong role in moulding the future of a state. Unfortunately, Indians have been let down by their media channels.
Most channels rarely venture to report on events that occur beyond the metro limits. Why bother? Rehashing the same stories on people who are already popular seems to get the eyeballs.
The National channel DD, though is commendably standing strong alone in this regard. Though not recognised or appreciated for it's efforts, unfortunately.
With a plethora a entertainment channels in every language, it is unfortunate that the promoters of such channels do not wish to offer something less fluffy. DD used to have a Science quiz hosted by a Mr. Partho Ghosh, this act has just not been replicated by any channel. While discovery and Nat Geo do have indian content, it just doesn't seem worthy of India that no Indian channel can cover Indian achievements better.
India needs way more engineers, doctors, technicians, plumbers, drivers, and other real contributors than singers, dancers and athletes. The media can ensure that public opinion reflects the importance of the real contributors to the nation simply by increasing their exposure. I wonder how many Indian channels even have any person with some scientific background and inclination in their advisory board.
As PM of India, I can assure you that it will become mandatory for channel providers to have atleast one dedicated scientific channel in every language. A channel that focuses on the more important things in life, and that showcases the scientific achievements of Indians and makes such achievers popular in their hometown if not at a national level.
The funds that have been so far given out to people for their achievements in arts and sports will be diverted to recognise scientific achievements. No more Arjuna or Phalke Awards, but more Bhatnagar awards and CV Raman awards - many times more. Why just recognise a handful of achievements, where there could be worthy thousands?
Why reserve govt jobs for wrestlers when there are innovators that will really benefit the organisation? So as PM I shall abolish the silly policy of granting govt jobs to sportsmen, and instead offer the same to people who have a knack for creating ingenious solutions to problems - even if they do not have the necessary degrees.
No subsidies for rail travel for running fast, but create something ingenious and get a lifetime of free travel in any govt transport vehicle.
As PM I shall endeavour to make those who are struggling to find finances to shape their ideas feel spoilt for choice. The govt will ensure that the real contributors to society get their rightful place in public consciousness.
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