Vice-Chancellor's Message
Pondicherry University has witnessed a series of academic and research activities, functions, celebrations, meetings, visits and publications during the last one year. The campus has become more vibrant and visible in terms of its national and international events and participation.
The University is committed to carryout a lot of extension and outreach activities all through the year. The University's knowledge and intellectual resources should reach the needy and the growing bank of younger generations for their empowerment. Similarly, the voice of the community should also be heard and attended to. The "Puduvai Vaani" is a Community Radio Station established by the University with the support of CEMCA, Commonwealth of Learning (COL), New Delhi and provided by the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, GOI. It works under FM 107.8 Mhz a frequency which is currently extended to a catchment's area of 20 km radius from the university campus. By linking with other similar stations, the university plans to reach the mass at large for their community development, people's participation, and knowledge and information transformation.
Special programmes in standard format both in Tamil and English are produced by our production team. Radio Tutor series and subject related documentaries are aimed at providing Adaptive Learning Methods for the students of primary, secondary and higher education. Rural men and women, children and senior citizens will be given enough opportunities to share their views, experiences and expectations. "Puduvai Vaani" is a good platform for aspiring media professionals to get themselves trained and empowered in New Media. I wish every citizen of this region to listen to our Puduvai Vaani.
Prof. J.A.K. Tareen
Vice-Chancellor
