Monday, October 3, 2011

Pahal : Citizens' Crusade against Corruption


In Madhubani, Bihar, on 9th September, 2011 the following events were organized by Transparency International India to raise awareness among citizens to fight corruption:

Citizens Against Corruption Walk: 8-10 am

The walk started from Mahanthi Lal Chowk, through Churi Bazar towards Police Station, Collectorate, District Court, DRDA Office, Railway Station, Bus Stand, Shankar Chowk and back to Mahanthi Lal Chowk with active participation of citizens, youth and activists. The message given was very clearly communicated to the citizenry, while it was well-received by the people everywhere. Mr. Nemi Kumat, the Madhubani based programme coordinator for TII led the walk and other events.

Anti-Corruption Support Camp : 11 am- 4 pm, District Collectorate, Madhubani

Thirty-five citizens registered their complaints related to various public services and schemes, especially the Kisan credit card and agricultural inputs related entitlements.

Navodit Kavi Sammelan : 5-7 pm, Mahanthi Lal Temple Campus, Mahanthi Lal Chowk, Madhubani

Eight poets participated and presented their creations in the Kavi Sammelan organised by TII on the topic of governance and corruption, while the citizens enjoyed the cultural evening, immersed in the flavour of anti-corruption sentiments.

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