National Community Radio Award brings honor to the city of Mangalore

        Radio Sarang program on Tulu culture enhances the life of the people of Mangalore. When the media such as T.V., internet and mobile began to give a different orientation among young people, it is not that easy to divert their attention. In spite of knowing the fact Radio Sarang explores a new possibility to help the young people realize the uniqueness of their culture. Radio Sarang 107.8 FM broadcasts everyday various Tulu language programs. Of all ‘Dudinalike’ has grabbed the attention of everyone including the Government of India.

      Dudi Nalike is a dance and music form which used to unite the people especially of Puttur, Sullia and Belthangadi in celebration. At the time of wedding or any other celebration the men and women folk of Mugera community form groups and dance. What surprised Mr. Thimappa, the producer of Tulu language program is that the original form of dance and music with Dudinalike is slowly dying. But what we know from the fact is that there were occasions when the people of Tulunadu used ‘Dudi’ or the drum made up of Jack wood tree and monkey skin on both the sides for playing music. He had observed that the impact of modern technology has overshadowed the original music that was created out of Dudi Nalike. When the elders of the community were interviewed they said that they only remind the younger generation of the rich culture.

       The older generation is at the verge of crossing their last phase of life. They only can speak of what happened but they cannot show how it happened? Radio Sarang takes interest in reviving those cultures which are dying so that the younger generation realizes the significance of them and preserve them.  To support and encourage this major movement of Radio Sarang the Government of India has recognized its service and awarded with the ‘Prestigious National Community Radio Award 2014’