The study proposes to implement and evaluate SANGYAN podcasr in urban and rural settings of Tamil Nadu.

Objective: To determine the usefulness and effectiveness of the SANGYAN podcast as a digital health intervention to address misinformation related to COVID-19 and other health conditions.
Duration: 15 Months
Methods: An intervention study will be conducted with 500 participants from PMCHRI and RHTC in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Individuals 18 years and older residing in the selected urban and rural settings will be recruited.

SANGYAN podcast is audio content that will be delivered over a network via a free subscription.

The finding from this research project will aid in the development and implementation of data-driven, evidence-based, and human-centred behaviour change using podcasts to address public health challenges among populations living in diverse settings.

PMCHRI, Chennai, Tamil Nadu