Reporter’s diary: Clueless on dealing with elected reps

A few days ago, this reporter was talking to someone on Marina Beach when the latter pointed to a cart under which lay an injured dog. She explained that the dog had been hit by a car a few days ago and was seeking shelter from the sun. She has been feeding the dog and ensuring that its wound did not open up. 

However, she was unaware as to who to call for extending the right medical care for the animal. In this case, though the reporter was able to put the woman in touch with the right person, there are times when the public find it difficult to get in touch with such NGOs in the city. This despite many animal lovers, organisations and officials willing to extend help on such occasions. 

Unfortunately, the same applies to the public trying to approach elected representatives. Many a time general public approach reporters seeking help to connect with their elected representative. Some even request reporters to communicate issues on their behalf, thanks to the ‘distance’ the elected representatives maintain with those who have voted them to that post.