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New Delhi, Oct 3 (PTI) Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar and Election Commissioner Anup Chandra Pandey on Monday launched a voter awareness radio series in collaboration with All India Radio.
While complimenting actor Pankaj Tripathi, also EC"s state icon, for his association with the poll panel in creating awareness among voters, CEC Kumar announced that Tripathi would henceforth be the National Icon for Election Commission keeping in view his commitment to the cause and wide appeal across the country.
Fifty-two episodes, each 15 minutes long, will be broadcast every Friday on Vividh Bharati stations and various radio stations of the All India Radio.
The first episode of "Matdata Junction" will be aired on October 7.
Kumar said the programme will be a strong platform to connect with voters across the country.
The programme, as a combination of information and entertainment, would specifically help address urban apathy and inform the audience about the election process.
Pandey stressed on voter awareness to ensure better turnout in future polls.
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