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Muheet Ul Islam
J&K's VDC: Safety for some and source of anxiety for others

Srinagar, India • Politics, War Reporter, Investigative Reporting

Hello Sir

I hope this text finds you well. I’m reaching out with a proposal for a documentary that explores the recent re-arming of civilians by Indian forces in Jammu, part of the Jammu and Kashmir, or J&K.

The government recently re-established Village Defense Committees (VDCs), civil Read moredefense groups that were disbanded years ago amid accusations of human rights abuses. These VDCs, primarily made up of Hindu community members, faced allegations of using their weapons to settle personal issues, sometimes harming or intimidating their Muslim neighbors.

However, in late 2023, the government reinstated these groups, arming them to counter rising militant activity in the region. Militants, reportedly hiding in remote forest areas, have carried out several deadly attacks on Indian forces, killing over two dozen soldiers and reportedly targeting civilians as well.

I covered this shift in two reports ( https://www.voanews.com/a/militancy-expands-in-indian-controlled-side-of-jammu-and-kashmir/7725677.html and https://www.voanews.com/a/militancy-resurfacing-in-jammu-division-on-indian-side-of-j-k/7148220.html ), exploring how militant activity appears to be shifting from Kashmir to the Jammu division.

 The government’s response to this threat, the rearming of VDCs with modern weapons, has stirred fear among local Muslims, many of whom worry that tensions has flare up between the two communities since communal divides have deepened from 2014.

I plan to produce a 15-20 minute documentary that presents both perspectives on the VDC revival, showing how it represents safety for some and a source of anxiety for others. 

Please let me know if you’d be interested in commissioning this story from Jammu and Kashmir. Thank you for considering this idea, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts.
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A Café Built from Recycled Materials

Tripoli, Libya • Entertainment & Celebrity, Food & Drink, Climate Change

An engineer created an entire café using recycled materials, instead of discarding them as waste. This café is located near a school, where students now come to play and study in the space.

Summary of the Proposal: The report presents the café and how recycled materials were utilized instead of Read morebeing thrown away. The café has become a destination for both adults and children, highlighting how materials can be reused effectively.

When and Why Will the Filming Take Place? The filming will commence after receiving the assignment.

How Will the Story Be Filmed (Visual Structure of the Story)? The filming will begin with scenes showcasing the café and the details of its construction process, followed by interactions between the staff and customers inside the café, as well as scenes of students playing and learning there.

Suggested Interviewees and Questions:

Café Engineer:

What makes the design of this café unique?
How long do you expect the materials used in the café to last?
Café Management:

How do customers react to the café’s unique style?
Why did you choose recycled materials for the café?
School Administration:

Why do young students prefer this place over traditional classrooms?
Environmental Expert:

What is the quantity of recyclable waste in Libya?
How can we make better use of it?

https://im.com.ly/EN/?p=5403
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The Return of Elections in Libya

Tripoli, Libya • Politics

Libya is gearing up to hold municipal elections in mid-November, marking a revival of the electoral process. This comes amid calls from Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh of the Government of National Unity to resume electoral activities and lift the suspension on elections for legislative and Read moreexecutive councils.

Proposal Summary: This report explores Libyans’ attitudes towards the municipal election process, from campaign activities to the voting day itself. It examines citizen participation in the election, whether through active engagement or disengagement, and considers how this involvement may influence the legislative and presidential elections, which have been postponed multiple times.

When will filming take place, and why? November 15.

Suggested visual structure for the story: The filming will begin with scenes from election campaigns, showcasing conferences or street advertisements, followed by citizens participating in the polling day and casting their votes.

Suggested interview subjects and questions:

Citizen

What are your thoughts on the return of municipal council elections?

Citizen participating in the voting process

How do you perceive citizens’ participation in the electoral process?

What do you hope the upcoming municipal council will accomplish for your community?

High National Elections Commission

What is the voter turnout rate as a percentage of the population?

What factors are influencing the level of voter participation, whether high or low?

Political Analyst

How might participation in local elections impact the legislative and presidential election processes?

What is your perspective on the lack of clear political party involvement in the electoral process?

https://im.com.ly/EN/?p=5407
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