Impact & Reach
Since 2014, the Nakkubetta Foundation has been dedicated to community development by working with villages, schools, and colleges across the Nilgiris. Here is a snapshot of the people and places we have reached through our programmes.
Where we work
• All taluks of the Nilgiris – Udhagai (Ooty), Coonoor, Kotagiri, Gudalur, Pandalur, and Kundha.
• Neighbouring hill and rural belts in Coimbatore, Tiruppur, and Erode districts.
• Baduga villages and other vulnerable mountain communities.
How people reach us
• 24×7 Nakkubetta TV channel through local cable networks and MSOs in the Nilgiris.
• OTT platforms in India and abroad (JioTV, Tata Binge, Sun NXT, Amazon Fire TV, Sling, Peacock, and others).
• Nakkubetta Radio – online radio, Android app, and web stream.
• Social media, YouTube, and our community WhatsApp networks.
Impact so far
• Continuous awareness programmes on water conservation in the Nilgiris, health and de-addiction initiatives, culture, and social values.
• Documenting Baduga culture and Nilgiri voices through TV, radio, and digital media.
• Connecting local youth, women, elders, schools, and colleges with experts, officials, and well-wishers.
• Building a trusted platform for NGOs, including our Ooty NGO, government departments, and community groups to engage with the Nilgiris.
Key focus areas
• Water & Environment – Water Revolution, lake and stream revival, tree planting, and forest-friendly campaigns promoting water conservation in the Nilgiris.
• Health & De-addiction – awareness on alcohol and substance abuse, mental wellbeing, and healthy lifestyle, with a strong focus on de-addiction in the Nilgiris.
• Culture, Youth & Women – Baduga heritage, value education, youth leadership, and women empowerment programmes.
Our impact at a glance
• 11+ years of continuous work in the Nilgiris.
• 100+ field programmes and village campaigns since 2014.
• TV, radio, and digital media reaching rural, tribal, and global audiences.
Our Reach in Nilgiris
Nakkubetta TV
On-ground Programmes
Nakkubetta Radio
Local TV channel available in Nilgiris and nearby districts, broadcasting spiritual, cultural and social awareness programmes in Baduga and Tamil, every day.
Nakkubetta Radio
On-ground Programmes
Nakkubetta Radio
24×7 online radio with songs, talks and awareness messages, reaching listeners in villages and also families who have moved outside Nilgiris.
On-ground Programmes
On-ground Programmes
On-ground Programmes
Village meetings, school and college sessions, campaigns like Water Revolution and Festival for Forest, directly engaging communities.
Key Impact Highlights
Water & Environment
Culture, Youth & Women
Water & Environment
Water Revolution programmes, rainwater awareness, spring and stream revival, lake and forest protection across Nilgiris villages.
Health & Yoga
Culture, Youth & Women
Water & Environment
Counselling and awareness sessions on alcohol and drug de-addiction, family wellbeing and healthy lifestyle for youth and adults.
Culture, Youth & Women
Culture, Youth & Women
Culture, Youth & Women
Baduga cultural documentation, youth leadership, women empowerment and value-based programmes through TV, radio and field work.
Nakkubetta TV
Nakkubetta TV – Community Channel for Nilgiris
Since 2014, the Nakkubetta Foundation has been dedicated to community development by working with villages, schools, and colleges across the Nilgiris. Here is a snapshot of the people and places we have reached through our programmes.
Where we work
• All taluks of the Nilgiris – Udhagai (Ooty), Coonoor, Kotagiri, Gudalur, Pandalur, and Kundha.
• Neighbouring hill and rural belts in Coimbatore, Tiruppur, and Erode districts.
• Baduga villages and other vulnerable mountain communities.
How people reach us
• 24×7 Nakkubetta TV channel through local cable networks and MSOs in the Nilgiris.
• OTT platforms in India and abroad (JioTV, Tata Binge, Sun NXT, Amazon Fire TV, Sling, Peacock, and others).
• Nakkubetta Radio – online radio, Android app, and web stream.
• Social media, YouTube, and our community WhatsApp networks.
Impact so far
• Continuous awareness programmes on water conservation in the Nilgiris, health and de-addiction initiatives, culture, and social values.
• Documenting Baduga culture and Nilgiri voices through TV, radio, and digital media.
• Connecting local youth, women, elders, schools, and colleges with experts, officials, and well-wishers.
• Building a trusted platform for NGOs, including our Ooty NGO, government departments, and community groups to engage with the Nilgiris.
Key focus areas
• Water & Environment – Water Revolution, lake and stream revival, tree planting, and forest-friendly campaigns promoting water conservation in the Nilgiris.
• Health & De-addiction – awareness on alcohol and substance abuse, mental wellbeing, and healthy lifestyle, with a strong focus on de-addiction in the Nilgiris.
• Culture, Youth & Women – Baduga heritage, value education, youth leadership, and women empowerment programmes.
Our impact at a glance
• 11+ years of continuous work in the Nilgiris.
• 100+ field programmes and village campaigns since 2014.
• TV, radio, and digital media reaching rural, tribal, and global audiences.
Impact Numbers
12+ Years of Service
100+ Culture & Values Programmes
100+ Culture & Values Programmes
Consistent work in the Nilgiris since 2014 through TV, radio and field programmes.
100+ Culture & Values Programmes
100+ Culture & Values Programmes
100+ Culture & Values Programmes
Documenting Baduga heritage, social values and community stories across the hills.
3,000+ People in a Single Event
100+ Culture & Values Programmes
3,000+ People in a Single Event
scale campaigns like Festival for Forest bringing government, students and public together.