Government Strengthens Community Radio in India

The Indian government has announced a significant expansion of community radio stations, sanctioning 540 new licenses across the country. This initiative aims to enhance local broadcasting through financial support, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement. The program, which includes a budget of Rs. 50 Cr, focuses on empowering not-for-profit organizations to establish and maintain community radio stations that cater to local educational, social, and cultural needs. The initiative also emphasizes disaster management and community involvement in programming.

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