Wednesday 3 February 2016

Radio Udaan 2nd Convention




Radio Udaan is an online radio station. It began its journey in the year 2014 with around 30 visually challenged radio jockeys (RJs). At present, the listener’s statistic is around 20,000.  Listeners from different countries listen to this station and participate in the shows.  The station caters variety of shows from Kitchen to technology, inspiration to fantasy, debates, discussions, game shows and what not. It celebrated its first convention on 30th January 2015 in New Delhi.
Recently, on 30th January 2016, Radio Udaan had its 2nd successful Radio Udaan Convention at Braille Bhawan, Ludhiana (Punjab).  Radio Jockeys and listeners from Hyderabad, Bangalore, Lucknow, New Delhi, Indore, Naya Nangal, Orissa and Chandigarh etc. became a part of this event.
The event commenced with Sarasvati Vandana. After the melodious beginning, the chief guests: Mr. Ranjit Singh Dhilon and Mrs. Virendar Singh Thandi shared their views related to Radio Udaan and Persons with Disabilities. All the RJs received appreciation awards by the guests.
Play: Ek Nayi Musibut
The cultural activities began with a powerful Play named ‘Ek Nayi Musibut’. RJs presented this play on matrimonial perspectives related to visually impaired people. The preparations of the play were done through internet/skype and the play was directed by RJ Danish Mahajan.  The actors include Danish, Jyoti , Sangeeta, Naresh and Gitesh. The play left the audience amidst the thoughts and humorous and witty dialogues enchanted the audience to the brim.
Different presentations added a spice of information and motivation to the event-
Mr. Ramesh Kumar Sareen shared valuable information regarding PWD policy, Mrs. Madhu Singhal talked about challenges being confronted by visually challenged women in the areas of education, job/career and marriage. Ms. Divya Sharma did a motivational session on the topic ‘Positive Inclusion’ and Mr. Mahesh told about a useful Toll Free Number.
Games and Entertainment
Mrs. Meenal Singhvi (Station Director) and Mr. Akhil Malahni came up with variety of games for all the people present in the convention. Everybody took an active part in the games. Even the winners got exciting prizes. After the game session, there was a cake cutting ceremony and a musical evening. People enthusiastically participated in the musical evening especially, Mr. balu Srivastava from UK gave harmonious performances. Finally the event came to an end with delicious Dinner.
Note: The overall music was arranged by Mr. Sanjeev and the stage was conducted by Mr. Ankit Rikra and Mr. Danish Mahajan. 

For pictures related to Convention, stay tuned.  Coming soon!