A video about the unusual 'field journalism' conducted by three students from the Raigad district of Maharashtra is actively being discussed on social media. Fifteen-year-old Neha Gare, Jotsana Mukane, and Mansi Pawar decided to draw attention to the problem of dilapidated roads using a creative approach, which led to the viral popularity of their video.
The incident took place in the village of Kondivde, which belongs to the Karjat taluka, Raigad district. During the monsoon season, many roads in Raigad deteriorate to a terrible state, and the Karjat-Kondivde road was one of these problematic sections. Due to numerous potholes on the road, local residents and schoolchildren faced serious difficulties.
To highlight this issue, Neha, Jotsana, and Mansi decided to film a video in a satirical manner. Neha Gare acted as the reporter, using her umbrella as a microphone while questioning Jotsana about the road conditions. Jotsana spoke about the potholes and the associated inconveniences, while Mansi Pawar filmed the entire process on a mobile phone.
'Mud from cars and damage to uniforms'
All three students, aged 15, study in Class 10 at Gyan Makrand School in Handape. The girls explained that during the rainy period, the road condition worsens because the potholes fill with water and dirt. Passing vehicles splash mud onto their school uniforms, causing daily problems.
By raising this issue in a serious yet satirical format through a video, the students attracted public attention on social media, and the video was viewed millions of times. The public highly appreciated their report, which questioned the road management system in rural Maharashtra.
The impact of the video was not limited to social media. After the issue came to the attention of the administration, the Karjat-Kondivde road was repaired and restored. The family and residents of the village also expressed gratitude for the girls' efforts. Neha's father, Atmaram Gare, stated his pride in his daughters' work, noting that the government should pay attention to such issues.
The discussion about the video also spread to political circles. There is a possibility that Maharashtra leader Navinirman Sena (MNS) Raj Thackeray might meet with these students. Furthermore, CJP leader Abhijit Dipke praised them, stating that Gen Alpha exposing systemic flaws is more inspiring than anything else.
Deputy Karjat Mahendra Torve also reacted, emphasizing that the three schoolgirls, who suffered from road potholes, managed to raise their issue using only a mobile phone and an umbrella, without large resources. Their report not only reached millions but also led to the road's repair after the administration heard their voice.
