Event Reports

Introduction

On the 25th of April, 2026, Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG) organised a focus group discussion with twenty women auto drivers from Veera Pengal Munnetra Sangam (VPMS) in Mathru Krupa, Virugambakkam, Chennai. CAG  is currently undertaking a study on the electrification of three wheelers in Chennai, and the discussion aimed at adding women’s perspective to the same. 

Field notes from Focus Group Discussions with farmers in the Cauvery Delta

Introduction

Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG), in collaboration with the Tamil Nadu Solar Energy Developers’ Association (TNSEDA), organised an orientation programme on “Solar Technician: Master Training” for students of Montfort Private Technical Institute on 27 March 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at St. Thomas Mount, Guindy. A total of 43 students participated, representing the Electrician and Electronics Mechanic departments.

Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG), in collaboration with Solar Advisory Units of Salem, Madurai, Thiruvarur and Dindigul organised outreach meetings on rooftop solar PV systems. The Solar Advisory Unit is an initiative by CAG, with each unit comprising a solar expert and a coordinator. The aim is to guide consumers with reliable information on solar system-related enquiries.  

Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG), in collaboration with Solar Advisory Units of Madurai, Dindigul, Salem and Thiruvarur organised outreach meetings on rooftop solar PV systems. The Solar Advisory Unit is an initiative by CAG, comprising a solar expert and a coordinator, aimed at guiding consumers on solar system-related enquiries.  

Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG), in collaboration with Solar Advisory Units of Salem, Madurai, Thiruvarur and Dindigul organised outreach meetings on rooftop solar PV systems. The Solar Advisory Unit is an initiative by CAG, comprising a solar expert and a coordinator with the aim of guiding consumers on solar system-related enquiries.  The Solar Advisory Units are currently functioning in Madurai, Salem, Dindigul and Thiruvarur districts. 

Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG) in collaboration with Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) Chennai, organised the seminar “Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Consumer Products and Services” to commemorate World Consumer Rights Day 2026. The seminar took place at the Anna Institute of Management, on the 25th of March, 2026. 

Date: 28th March 2026
Location: Vidya Sagar, Kotturpuram

Venue: The Quest, Besant Nagar

Date: 24th January, 2026 

Jury: 

Jenny Mariadhas - Poovulagin Nanbargal 

S. Saroja - CAG 

Nina Subramani - CAG