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Chandamama crosses language barrier. Releases app in 9 regional languages.

Mumbai,23rd Aug , 2011

  Encouraged by the response, Chandamama has received to the launch of its application on iPhone/ iPad in English, Chandamama has now released the application in nine regional languages. Chandamama India Limited, a Geodesic company is India/'s oldest Children`s magazine.

The new app is a blend of both the magazine/'s traditional content including popular favorites such as Vikram & Vetala, Indian mythological stories, the contemporary information on science and world with its around us sections along with a rich user interface to appeal audience around the globe in their native language on the app store. It boasts of beautifully illustrated, cleverly animated read-along stories coupled with tons of hidden surprises, challenging creative activities, unlimited fun and much more now in Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malyalam, Bengali, Gujarati and Sanskrit.

The Chandamama app on apple appstore, clocked more than 3000 downloads within 3 weeks of its launch in the end of July. The growing popularity in terms of the increasing number of downloads and paid subscriptions, the app is in process of being developed on various platforms as well. Soon the Chandamama app is expected to be available on the Android app store.

Commenting on the release of Chandamama application in nine regional languages, Mr. Prashant Mulekar, Editor, Chandamama said, 'We are overwhelmed by the response of the readers on the apple appstore. It has given us the motivation to leverage it on the growing Android platform. The multi lingual release of this application has strengthened Chandamama`s traditional and contemporary approach in this increasingly global world.'

Chandamama is growing at a rapid pace. With the new age India catching on with the innovative technology phenomena, applications in regional languages can re live experience of Indian mythological stories in its original flavor of Indianess. To download, visit the iTunes Store.

About Chandamama:

Established in 1947, Chandamama is the brain-child of visionaries B.Nagi Reddy and Chakrapani. The magazine was launched with an aim to entertain and educate young minds about the rich traditions of India. Mention Chandamama, and one will instantly recall popular features such as Vikram/Vetala, stunning artwork, and beautiful renditions of mythological tales. Known for its vibrant illustrations and accurate depiction of traditional stories, the magazine has maintained its position as a brand that you can trust.

Currently, Chandamama is the only children/'s magazine in India to publish in 13 languages. Chandamama.com was launched in 2007 with sites following in seven different languages. Chandamama continues to take giant strides as it enters new media platforms such as mobile phones, television and films.

CChandamama was acquired by Geodesic Limited; a Mumbai based publicly traded company with offices in USA, UK, Hong Kong and UAE.

About Geodesic Limited:

Geodesic is an innovator in software products focused on information, communication and entertainment for mobile phones and desktop computers. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, Geodesic/'s Mundu suite of award-winning products includes solutions for instant messaging, voice-over-IP and Internet radio. The company is listed on the National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange in India. Geodesic has offices in Mumbai and Bangalore in India, USA (Silicon Valley), UK, Mauritius, Hong Kong, UAE, and Uruguay.

Press Relations Contact:

Navita Sharma
Head Corporate Communications
Geodesic Limited
navita.sharma@geodesic.com
Tel: +91-22-40786038/ +91-9819852039

 
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