January 19, 2017, Peshawar: The latest episode of Sabawoon, flagship radio program of Center for Research and Security Studies (CRSS)[i], focused on the book reading and the role of social media in decline of book-reading among youngsters.
The key discussion points included the importance of book reading, overview of public libraries, conversion of book shops into general stores and the effects of social media on the trend of book reading. Furthermore, the program also mentioned the digital libraries available in public sector universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and on the Higher Education Commission’s website.
The program was aired under the theme of Ranra (light) on Thursday. Professor Ghulam Rehmani, Government Degree College, Peshawar, took part in the show as studio guest.
A radio report shared facts and figures about the drop in book reading habits and the input of social media and internet into this phenomenon.
Eight callers took part live in the program. They shared their views on the subject from different angles.
Mr. Rehmani said: “Books are said to be the main source of information but the advent of internet has diverted the interest of most people towards digital media. People ignore reading books because they are more exposed to computer, mobile and internet and spare lesser time for reading books.”
Sabawoon airs Monday through Thursday on FM-101.5 Peshawar & DI Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM.
[i]Sabawoon is a flagship radio program by CRSS in the KP/FATA region, designed to highlight local issues, and promote fundamental global values such as women’s rights, rule of law, equal citizenry, democracy, governance and accountability. It airs four times a week, under four themes. On Monday, Jarga Marrakka covers current affairs and issues, coupled with government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Semi Jaaj gives a holistic regional overview of the most important stories across the length and breadth of KP/FATA. On Wednesday, Jwandai Jazbey covers issues most important to youth, students and females. Finally, on Thursday, Ranra covers social issues that have a cultural angle and/or impact.