Prasar Bharati (AIR Imphal) is moving to resume live broadcasts in the Thadolanguage, a critical move for cultural restoration in the border state of Manipur.
- Ethnicity: The Thadou are a major ethnic group in Manipur, historically classified under the Kuki-Chin-Mizo umbrella but increasingly asserting a distinct, independent identity.
- Linguistic Context: Thadois a Tibeto-Burman language. Speakers often use Meitei (Manipuri) as a second language.
- Strategic Governance: * Conflict Resolution: Live broadcasts in native dialects serve as a tool for disseminating accurate information and fostering peace during regional unrest.
- Soft Power: Upholds the constitutional mandate of protecting linguistic diversity and ensuring minority voices are represented in public broadcasting.
IAS-2026 - OPTIONAL / GEOGRAPHY / PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION / SOCIOLOGY / ANTHROPOLOGY / ORIENTATION ON 03 & 04-10-2025 
