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more-inTwo stories published by The Hindu have won the prestigious Laadli Media and Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity, 2017. Independent journalist Puja Changoiwala’s report on Maharashtra’s Manodhairya Yojana, meant to provide immediate relief to victims of sexual assault but which has been hampered by sub-par implementation got her the award. The awards by Population First, a communications and advocacy initiative were presented by development journalist P.
Sainath and other leaders from media and development sectors on Monday in New Delhi. The two stories were among those chosen from over 1,500 entries received in various categories from across the country. “They are role models for many aspiring journalists and media persons..