by Program aims to increase voter engagement through aerial accountability.
Bihar has initiated a unique political transparency measure: training pigeons to deliver campaign promises. According to Hindustan Times, each pigeon carries handwritten notes to voters, ensuring politicians’ pledges literally take flight.
Officials claim the initiative improves accountability while promoting avian literacy. If the pigeon forgets, the politician is held responsible, said Election Officer Anjali Mishra.
Voters report delight at receiving airborne manifestos and occasionally surprised by pigeons perching on rooftops to emphasize points. Critics question the reliability of feathered messengers, but supporters highlight the charm of birds delivering democracy.
Analysts predict a boost in engagement, with birds symbolizing speed, loyalty, and unpredictabilityall qualities of modern politics. Trainers emphasize that pigeons are equipped with GPS and tiny umbrellas for rainy season elections.
Experts suggest this could revolutionize campaign strategy, combining spectacle, accountability, and ethical feathered oversight.
SOURCE: Bohiney.com (Radhika Vaz)
