Alkesh Sharma, TNN | Oct 19, 2012, 06.32AM IST
CHANDIGARH: Ramleela performances often attract a good number of people, comprising people of all ages. And this opportunity could serve as a platform to spread awareness on social evils, believes a city-based Ramleela group. The group has added some scenes with a view to awaken people against corruption, dowry and sexual harassment.
Mukesh Sharma, director of Gharwal Ramleela Mandal (bijli board), Sector 28, said, "A large number of youngsters and kids visit the Ramleela grounds. This is an effective medium to reach the masses. We have added a scene where Ram helps Ahilya (who was violated) and appeals to people to accept her. Ram would tell people to respect women." Another member of the group said, "People respect these actors and we feel that spreading awareness through them is a good idea. At the same time, we'll ensure that religious sentiments are not hurt."
Link: Targeting dowry, graft
Mukesh Sharma, director of Gharwal Ramleela Mandal (bijli board), Sector 28, said, "A large number of youngsters and kids visit the Ramleela grounds. This is an effective medium to reach the masses. We have added a scene where Ram helps Ahilya (who was violated) and appeals to people to accept her. Ram would tell people to respect women." Another member of the group said, "People respect these actors and we feel that spreading awareness through them is a good idea. At the same time, we'll ensure that religious sentiments are not hurt."
Link: Targeting dowry, graft
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