At a seminar organised by Citizen consumer and civic Action Group, experts highlighted how AI-driven dark patterns are manipulating consumers, prompting government action against unfair e-commerce practices. Officials and researchers stressed the need for safeguards, responsible AI use, and stronger regulation to address bias, misinformation, and emerging consumer risks.
At a national seminar to mark Road Safety Month, CAG (as a member of the Road Safety Network) contributed to discussions on improving India’s road safety standards by addressing deep systemic issues such as unsafe road design, weak enforcement, and inadequate protection for pedestrians and cyclists.
At the India Civic Summit 2026 hosted by Oorvani Foundation in Chennai, citizens, experts, civil society organisations and leaders came together to advance participatory urban governance and tech-driven civic solutions. Poornima Jayaraj, Senior Researcher, CAG featured as a panellist in the session “Inside the City Government.” She reinforced the need for building accountable, participatory, and climate-responsive cities.
Citizen consumer and civic Action Group conducted a stakeholder workshop on promoting the uptake of RTS in Madurai. In this meeting, the benefits of solar, its usages, rooftop solar for domestic and commercial purposes, government subsidies and loans from financial institutions were discussed.
Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited’s solar awareness stall at the Chennai Book Fair, YMCA Nandanam, with CAG, ASAR, and Poovulagin Nanbargal as partners, educates consumers on the benefits of solar power and different solar panels in detail. Visitors can interact with experts to clear doubts and understand how to choose the right solar panel for their needs.
A solar power awareness stall by TNGECL, along with CAG, ASAR and Poovulagin Nanbargal at the Chennai Book Fair, YMCA, attracted visitors keen to understand rooftop solar and its cost benefits. “Many consumers know about solar technology but are unsure about the process and implementation, and that’s where awareness can make a real difference,” said Subramani M, researcher at CAG.
Citizen consumer and civic Action Group conducted a stakeholder workshop on promoting the uptake of RTS in Ottanchatram, Dindigul district. In this meeting, the benefits of solar, its usages, rooftop solar for domestic and commercial purposes, government subsidies and loans from financial institutions were discussed. Important stakeholders such as representatives from Banks, TNPDCL, solar developers and prosumers participated in this meeting.
A stakeholder meeting was organised to connect the local retail electrical associations, solar developers, and financial institutions for accessibility of RTS for consumers.
Celebrating 40 years of civic and consumer advocacy, CAG was lauded for its unwavering public service and impact on citizen rights. “We were challenging the decisions of the government taking a stance on issues that affect citizens,” said founding member Mr. Sriram Panchu.
Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG) celebrated 40 years of impactful civic and consumer advocacy in Chennai, reflecting on its legacy since 1985. Justice KP Sivasubramaniam highlighted CAG’s pioneering role, predating even the Consumer Protection Act.