Title: Development Communication in the Digital Era: Connecting Communities Editors: Mrs. Madhu Kumari and Dr. Umang Gupta Edition: First Edition Published & Printed by: CIRS PUBLICATION Lohaganjar, Chhitanpur-841245, Siwan, Bihar, India. Website: cirsp.com Email: info@cirsp.com Mobile no: 9162681504 Date of Publication: 8 May 2025 ISBN-13: 978-81-987955-0-2 © 2025 Mrs. Madhu Kumari and Dr. Umang Gupta All rights reserved. This book has been published with the consent of the author(s)/editor(s). All reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the content. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without prior written permission, except for brief quotations used in reviews or scholarly works. The views and content expressed herein are solely those of the author(s)/contributor(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher or editor. The publisher and editor disclaim any responsibility for errors, omissions, or consequences arising from the use of this material. This edited volume brings together scholars, practitioners, and thought leaders to explore the evolving dynamics of development communication in the digital age. The chapters collected here delve into a wide array of topics including digital inclusion, social media activism, participatory platforms, indigenous knowledge systems, and policy frameworks shedding light on how digital tools are being harnessed to foster community engagement, transparency, and sustainable development. Our contributors span diverse geographies and disciplinary backgrounds, reflecting the global and multifaceted nature of development communication today. Each chapter provides critical insights, case studies, and theoretical perspectives that enrich our understanding of how digital media can be strategically employed to connect communities, amplify voices, and address development challenges. This book is intended for academics, students, development professionals, and policy-makers who seek a deeper comprehension of the intersections between communication, technology, and development. It also serves as a call to action to critically examine and ethically engage with the tools that are reshaping how societies organize, inform, and transform themselves.
