Community Radio Compendium - 2016 Community Radio in India Towards Diversity & Sustainability

Community Radio Compendium - 2016 (Released on the occasion of Sixth National Community Radio Sammelan) 18th - 20th March, 2016

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Quick Response Code, or the QR Code, is a unique code, somewhat similar to a barcode, that will make your station’s profile information dynamic - i.e. QR will help people seeking information on your Community Radio Station get the most updated details and information via the web.

How does one access information encoded in the QR Code?

Once you scan the QR code given in the compendium, it will open the Community Radio Station’s micro-site on EK duniya anEK awaaz (www.edaa.in) -which is an audio and content exchange platform for Community Radio Stations. The information provided on the micro-site can be updated by the station from time-to-time. In addition to this, the station’s profile will remain available to you on your mobile- just a touch away.

If you have a smartphone, you can use these codes quite easily. All you have to do is download a QR code scanning app from your device’s app store, open it and use it to take a picture of the code. It will decode the QR code and then do the action the QR code is asking you to do, i.e. open your station’s page on EDAA.

Here is a list of some suggested QR code scanners for each of the major mobile operating systems with direct download links.

¤ Android - Google Goggles, use play store to download ¤ Blackberry - Free QR Code Scanner Pro ¤ iOS (iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch) - Google Goggles available on iTunes ¤ Windows Phone- QR Code Reader ¤ MeeGo - MeeScan ¤ Symbian - BeeTag, use Ovi Store to download

Once you have downloaded the app, simply open it on your phone which should come up with a scan option. You will get an image, as if you were seeing it through your mobile’s camera. All you need to do is to simply aim at a QR Code and scan. Once scanned, just click on the link that pops up and then browse and share the station’s profile! MESSAGE Community Radio Movement has added new dimensions to the They are partners in our goal of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas’. Through development paradigms of our country. For too long, development has them we seek to expand our reach and disseminate our message to been driven from the top by people who don’t have real connections the weakest sections of society. Our Hon’ble Prime Minister in his with the people. This government seeks to make a comprehensive ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has shown through personal example how important break from such a scenario and take all steps to empower the grass- the radio medium is in both speaking to and listening to the public. roots, so that the ultimate objective of people being in control of their Many voices that could not have been heard otherwise have been own destinies can be achieved. mentioned in his talk, showing yet again how this medium adds to the diversity of public discourse. This objective has been helped by the Community Radio Movement. By adding the voices of people and communities to the development Ministry of Information & Broadcasting is keen to strengthen this discourse, it has helped add a view from the bottom to the development partnership. The results of our initiatives can be seen in the success process and given it the much needed reality check. Community stories in this compendium. We have a genuine belief in Community Radio Stations have functioned as platforms where these views can Radio sector and the role that it can play in reading development be expressed and articulated and in doing so have fine-tuned the goals at the grass-roots. I applaud the work of all the people in this development agenda and more importantly made it a sustainable one. sector who have taken it to new heights. The National Sammelan is a great initiative to take this forward. This can be seen in case after case contained in this Compendium. These are inspiring stories of how sustainable and effective change My best wishes are with the sector and the various stations and has been brought about by relevant and timely information being stakeholders therein. disseminated to people in a medium and idiom that suits them.

Community Radio Movement is still in its nascent stage and has a long way to go. Ministry of Information & Broadcasting is fully committed to nurturing and supporting this sector so that it reaches its full potential. MESSAGE

Community Radio empowers local communities, it gives a platform In India, community radio movement is developing strong presence as to talent and re-energises arts by giving them a voice and audience. is clear from the National Community Radio Sammelan which enters Community Radio also consolidates local knowledge and is a viable tool its sixth edition this year. of interaction between the various pools of knowledge interspersed between communities. When we celebrate their achievements, we I am also happy to note that the Sammelan this year is releasing a create and honour local heroes. This is the power of Community Radio. Compendium which showcases the sector’s role in furthering issues of diversity and sustainability. Community Radio has a very pronounced developmental aspect at the grassroot level and the empowerment that it engenders through I wish the delegates and organisers the very best. community activities ensures that the area realises its full potential. MESSAGE Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has been regularly engaging Government continues to support growth of the CR sector. The 12th with stakeholders of the CR sector with the objective of enhancing Plan scheme of “Supporting Community Radio Movement in India”, the reach of such stations. Ministry with the help of experts has with allocation of Rs 100 crore is indeed an excellent opportunity to conducted about 70 Community Radio consultations in various parts take the sector much ahead. It enables extension of financial assistance of the country to make potential applicants understand the licensing for establishment of new stations and operation of existing ones. process. Functional stations have also shared their experiences to encourage potential applicants, especially from CR dark areas. The Sixth edition of the National Community Radio Sammelan is an effective platform for sharing and discussing all matters related to Community Radio (CR) stations ensure sustained community the CR sector, including policy matters, networking and technology involvement in planning, decision making and ensuring accountability. convergence and ways to overcome challenges. Similarly, this They play an important role in developing a society that is well-informed compendium is a tool that significantly illustrates the history and and aware of its rights and responsibilities. However, awareness growth of the stations. Both National Sammelan and the Compendium creation is not their only distinguishing contribution. These stations are helpful for evaluation of progress in this sector. also support capacity building of communities, help keep alive oral dialects, languages & culture, enable access to traditional knowledge I wish everyone the best for the Sammelan and await news on new and create a link between the citizen & decision makers. By enabling achievements that will further boost the CR sector in India. communication amongst various sections of the society and the government, they seek redressal to grievances and add transparency to social schemes and programmes. MESSAGE Dated the 15th March, 2016.

I am extremely delighted to know that the Sixth National Community planning. The Community Radio Facilitation Centre with toll-free Radio Sammelan will see participation of Community Radio stations number has been very useful in connecting potential applicants and from all over the country. It’s a great feeling to see people behind the in dissemination of essential information about the sector. voices of these stations whose success stories have been recorded th in this annual Community Radio compendium, which has become a The 12 Plan Scheme — Supporting Community Radio Movement reference document for all those interested in the sector. in India is expected to contribute to consolidation, expansion and sustainability of the sector. We expect it to accelerate future growth of The amended Policy guidelines of 2006 have opened the doors to the Community Radio movement in the country. Grant of permission to this powerful communication medium to grassroots organisations, more applicants should enable in making a quantum leap in expansion agricultural universities and educational institutions, allowing of the footprint of Community Radio centres. them to provide a voice also to the marginalised and unheard. At the same time, it has also opened up a window to various sectors of the However, it is not a time to relax yet. We have to tackle challenges government to communicate directly with local communities. This two- of capacity constraints, ensure more community participation and way communication is the cornerstone of participatory democracy. sustainability issues that the sector continues to face while ensuring that it explores opportunity for growth from within. Our initiatives that have spurred the growth of the movement include holding these annual National Sammelans, Regional Sammelans, and awareness workshops in CR dark areas. Besides, we continue to conduct regular coordination meetings with various Ministries, follow-up cases meticulously, and facilitate in processing community radio applications. The online application status tracking helps in informed and nuanced FOREWORD

Community Radio (CR) is an effective two-way communication tool, To briefly document the functioning of all operational CR stations, especially in a diverse country such as India. Even in this age of Government releases a compendium for CR Stations on the occasion e-communication, it is only CR that can enter each household on a of each National Sammelan of CR Stations. This year’s compendium remote hill, village or island and reflect the aspirations of the people. carries profiles of most operational CR stations in India. It contains It communicates with the community through the latter’s engagement details of how and why each station was set up, its programming focus, and participation on concerns that are unique to the community. signature programmes, innovations in format, and the people behind the voices. New features like key partners and whether the station is CR Stations are still only a decade old in the field and given India’s empaneled with DAVP have been also introduced this time. Besides, diversity and expanse, the number of CR Stations is lesser than there is a fact file about launch date, broadcast timing, programme anticipated. Some states have a few or no CR Stations. Ministry of languages, address and QR code of each station for easy reference. Information & Broadcasting is, therefore, focusing on CR dark areas where no application has been received for setting up of CR Stations. This compendium is a celebration of the strides that the sector has We are committed to make regulation and licensing friendlier, in made in the years gone by. It is also a testimony to the vibrancy and addition to creating awareness about the sector. diversity of the sector as also its potential of reaching out to the last mile. The 6th National Sammelan, with its theme of ‘Diversity and The Government of India, in recognition of potential of the medium Sustainability’ is a fitting occasion to release this compendium of th has formulated a plan scheme under the 12 Five Year Plan, and diverse and sustained voices from the community. allocated Rs 100 crore to strengthen the CR sector. This is a significant opportunity for CR stations to address the financial challenges faced by the sector in purchasing equipment, enhancing capacity and bringing innovations. I am sure that the sector would be able to utilize this opportunity well. PREFACE Community-sourced agenda is a new high for the Sixth National CR Sammelan By Rajiv Tikoo

The National Community Radio Sammelan sector over the years and the opportunities it offers should be helpful has been evolving with each edition. This to the participating government officials in taking informed decisions. year’s Sammelan – ‘Community Radio in India: Towards Diversity & Sustainability’ – has The objective of the National Sammelan is to get the government, broken new ground in community-sourcing community radio sector and the experts on the same page to revisit the theme, agenda and names of the speakers the larger national development discourse and find due place for the from the operational community radio stations. community radio agenda on it. This will also help in understanding the Views of community radio sector experts, who unfolding dynamics of the interplay between the national discourse have been playing the role of thought leaders and community radio agenda, and forge a way ahead for the sector as over the years, were also sought. the nation continues to make progress.

Designing the Sammelan programme in such a way was one of the In this journey, the ‘Community Radio Compendium – 2016’ plays its recommendations from the last year’s National Sammelan. Similar role of an important chronicler. It recognises the work of the operational demands have been coming up in previous National Sammelans, community radio stations as they record it themselves in narratives Regional Sammelans and Awareness Workshops, too. As organisers, and photographs. In keeping up with the spirit of the design of the it is a matter of satisfaction for us to have been able to take this National Sammelan, the compendium content too is community- seemingly small but significant step with generous contribution of sourced as in previous years. ideas by sector stakeholders. Understandably it has not been possible In fact, the annual community radio compendium, which is just one to accommodate everything from everyone at this stage. element of the National Sammelan, began as a community-sourced At the same time, the Sammelan platform has been leveraged to provide exercise a few years back. This year the National Sammelan programme an opportunity to more senior government officials to participate and design too is community-sourced, which is a big achievement for a share their policies, plans and strategies and explore how to reach out young sector. Of course, it can do better with continuous strengthening to the intended end beneficiary in far flung areas with the help of the from within and outside. community radio sector. Getting a sense of the progress made by the — Rajiv Tikoo is Director, OneWorld Foundation India contents

State / Radio Station Page No. State / Radio Station Page No. State / Radio Station Page No.

Andhra Pradesh Delhi Jammu & Kashmir Gmr Radio...... 1 Apna Radio...... 17 Radio Sharda...... 35 Radio Ala...... 2 Du Cr...... 18 Jamia Radio ...... 19 Karnataka Antarvani Crs...... 36 Assam Jims Cr...... 20 Brahmaputra Community Janadhwani ...... 37 Radio Jims ...... 21 Radio Station ...... 3 Krishi Cr...... 38 Jnan Taranga...... 4 Gujarat Namma Dhwani CR...... 39 Radio Luit...... 5 Guruvani Radio ...... 22 Neladani Crs...... 40 Junagadh Janvani...... 23 Radio Active...... 41 Bihar Lokvani Radio...... 24 Radio Manipal...... 42 Krishi Vigyan Kendra Barh...... 6 Rudi No Radio...... 25 Radio Sarang ...... 43 Radio Active...... 7 Saiyere Jo Radio...... 26 Radio Siddhartha ...... 44 Radio Rimjhim...... 8 Radio Universal...... 45 Radio Snehi...... 9 Haryana Ramana Dhwani ...... 46 Uttam Radio...... 10 Alfaz-E-Mewat...... 27 Venudhwani Cr...... 47 Gurgaon Ki Awaaz Samudayik Radio..... 28 Chandigarh Jg Radio...... 29 Desh Bhagat Community Radio...... 11 Kerala Radio Manav Rachna...... 30 Janvani Cr...... 48 Jyotirgamaya CR...... 12 Radio Mewat...... 31 Radio Benziger...... 49 Radio Chitkara...... 13 Radio Ngf Palwal...... 32 Radio Dc ...... 50 Vivek Cr...... 14 Sanjha Radio ...... 33 Radio Macfast ...... 51 Chhattisgarh Radio Mattoli...... 52 Neotech Cr...... 15 Himachal Pradesh Radio Media Village...... 53 Hamara Mspicm ...... 34 Radio Raman...... 16 State / Radio Station Page No. State / Radio Station Page No. State / Radio Station Page No. Madhya Pradesh Vasundhara Krishi Vahini...... 79 Kalanjiam Samuga Vanoli...... 100 Chanderi Ki Awaaz...... 54 Vidyavani Cr...... 80 Kongu Crs...... 101 Kisan Vani Sironj...... 55 Yeralavani Cr...... 81 Ksr Cr...... 102 Radio Awaaz...... 56 Loyola Cr...... 103 Radio Azad Hind...... 57 Odisha Mkc Cr...... 104 Radio Kissan ...... 82 Radio Chandra Shekhar Mop Cr ...... 105 Azaad Nagar (Bhabra)...... 58 Radio Muskan...... 83 Pard Vaanoli Cr...... 106 Radio Popcorn...... 59 Radio Namaskar...... 84 Pasumai Cr...... 107 Radio Sanskar ...... 60 Radio Surabhi ...... 85 Periyar Cr...... 108 Vanya Radio Chanda...... 61 Radio Swayamshakti ...... 86 Pgp Cr...... 109 Vanya Radio Bijori...... 62 Psg Cr...... 110 Vanya Radio Chicholi...... 63 Puducherry PudiyaUdayam...... 87 Radio Kotagiri...... 111 Vanya Radio Khalwa...... 64 Puduvai Vaani Crs...... 88 Rathinavani Cr...... 112 Vanya Radio Nalchha...... 65 Shyamalavani Cr...... 113 Vanya Radio Sesaipura...... 66 Punjab Sivanthi Cr...... 114 Avtar Radio...... 89 Srm Muthucharam Cr...... 115 Maharashtra Ssm Cr...... 116 Green Cr...... 67 Rajasthan Thendral Cr...... 117 Kvk Pravara Cr...... 68 Alwar Ki Awaz...... 90 Vayalaga Vanoli...... 118 Manndeshi Tarang Vahini...... 69 Jayoti Vani Cr...... 91 Vit Cr...... 119 Must Radio...... 70 Kamalvani...... 92 Radio Ftii ...... 71 Radio 7...... 93 Telangana Radio Mast...... 72 Radio Banasthali...... 94 Bol Hyderabad ...... 120 Radio Mgiri...... 73 Radio Madhuban...... 95 Deccan Radio ...... 121 Radio Nagar...... 74 Radio Tilonia...... 96 Pragnya Cr...... 122 Radio Vatsagulm...... 75 Tamil Nadu Sangham Radio...... 123 Radio Vishwas...... 76 Agn School Crs...... 97 Sharada Krishi Vahini...... 77 Bannari Amman Cr...... 98 Swaranant Crs...... 78 Ilanthalir Cr...... 99 State / Radio Station Page No. State / Radio Station Page No. State / Radio Station Page No. Uttar Pradesh Radio Sd...... 137 Radio Zindagee...... 149 Aap Ki Awaz ...... 124 Salaam Namaste ...... 138 Samudayik Radio Henvalvani...... 150 Agra Ki Aawaz...... 125 Suno Sharda ...... 139 Bbd Cr...... 126 Voice Of Azamgarh...... 140 West Bengal Cms Dc Cr...... 127 Waqt Ki Awaaz...... 141 Nshm Cr...... 151 Cms Radio...... 128 Radio Ju...... 152 Ghazipur Cr...... 129 Uttarakhand Iitk Cr...... 130 Hello Haldwani...... 142 Directory Kisan Radio Basti ...... 131 Himgiri Ki Awaaz...... 143 Operational Community Radio Stations Lalit Lokvani Cr...... 132 Kumaon Vani...... 144 Empaneled with DAVP ...... 154 Radio Adan...... 133 Mandakini Ki Awaaz...... 145 Radio Amity...... 134 Nivh Hello Doon...... 146 Operational Community Radio Stations in India...... 155 Radio Noida...... 135 Pantnagar Janvani ...... 147 Radio Noida Lok Manch...... 136 Radio Khushi...... 148 Useful websites and links...... 180 Community Radio Compendium - 2016 Andhra Pradesh 90.4MHz GMR Radio Genesis GMR Radio aims to serve the needs of the population in the region of Rajam, Andhra Pradesh. With the philosophy of “giving back to the society”, GMR Radio is a community radio facility that addresses students, farmers, commercial and industrial communities by focusing on issues related to education, employment, agriculture and health. Thematic Focus The station airs programmes related to education, culture, health, agriculture, women’s empowerment and employ- ment. Signature Programmes Vandemataram, Netisukthi, Eeroju Parichayam, AarogyaSu- tralu, Today’s Technology, Vudyogam mariyu vupadi avakasalu, Idimeeku Telusa, Vyvasayam mariyu pasusamrakshana, Mukhamukhi, Vantalu, Kathalu, and Rangastalakala Jaatara. Innovations in Format Through radio talks, quizzes, and interviews with agriculture scientists, medical doctors, students and community leaders, GMR Radio engages local people. Besides, awareness pro- grammes like Dial Your Municipal Commissioner, etc, are aired on various issues faced by people. Key Partners GMR Radio was established by GMR Institute of Technol- ogy and is run by GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, CSR arm of GMR Group. Core Team GMR Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours K. Narayana Murthy, G. Manmadha Rao, CLVRSV Prasad, 2nd Floor, 6th Block, GMR Institute 05-06-2012 7 hours and GMRIT student coordinators. of Technology, Rajam – 532127, Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh CRMC Members 9494641717, 08941-251592,93 Extn:173/120 Broadcast Timing Languages C.L.V.R.S.V.Prasad, G. Manmadha Rao, Dheeraj K Singh, www.gmrit.org , R.Annam Naidu, Rajendra and R.R.S.Durga Prasad. 6:00 AM-9:30 AM Telugu, Hindi and [email protected] 5:30 PM-9:00 PM English

01 Radio Ala Andhra Pradesh 90.8 MHz Genesis The prime focus of Radio Ala is on the fishing folk who live in the coastal belt of East Godavari and to highlight their age old culture and traditions.

Thematic Focus Focused on the East Godavari District, Radio Ala aims at holistic integration and all round development of an illit- erate and underprivileged fishing community. The com- munity-based radio service also beams regular updates about weather forecasts and regular guidance/ assistance messages including precautionary measures for the fish- ing community out in the sea. Radio Ala produces public service and entertainment-based programmes on music, sports, current affairs, etc., besides innovative educational programmes.

Dial Your Collector and Dial Your Joint Collector provide a chance to people to speak directly with government officials.

Signature Programmes Good Morning Kakinada programme includes useful infor- mation like Market Rates, Bullion, etc, for the common man.

Innovations in Format Innovative guidance to the fishing community in various ways, including government info and assistance on tidal waves and velocity of gales.

Key Partners Radio Ala Launch Date Broadcast Hours Community & Government. 2nd Floor, Boggavarapu Municipal 26-01-2013 18 hours Complex, Beside Theatre Mayuri, Core Team Cinema Road, Kakinada-533001. +91 92 480 40 968, 0884-2333444 K. Satya, Mahendra, Bharati, Krish, Bharath, and Anudeep. www.facebook.com/radioala90.8fm, [email protected], Broadcast Timing Languages CRMC Members [email protected] V. Brahma Reddy, D. Satyanarayana, P. John Suresh, 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Telugu and multi-lingual Brahamananda Rao, D. Satyanarayana and D. Satireddy. 02 Assam 90.4 MHz Brahmaputra Community Genesis The process of setting up Brahmaputra Community Radio Station Radio Station (BCRS) was initiated by Centre For North- East Studies & Policy Research (C-NES) with support of UNICEF at Maijanghat, Dibrugarh, in 2009. The long term goal is to strengthen people’s participation and enable vulnerable communities to gain access to jus- tice, dignity and basic services through dissemination of information and knowledge on skills and resources.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is to promote health, hygiene, edu- cation, agriculture & livelihood, water & environment, women’s empowerment, local culture and folk arts.

Signature Programmes Prasangik, Beli Mar Gol, Rong Rupali, Cha Gaser Maje- Maje, Yuva Sathi, and Darpan

Innovations in Format The programmes caters to different language audi- ences and are produced by community members like youth, women, children, etc., in infotainment and edu- tainment formats.

Key Partners C-NES, UNICEF, and Ideosync Media Combine.

Core Team Bhaskar Jyoti Bhuyan, Mintu Baruah, Pinku Gohain, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Polash Hazarika, Pushpanjali Mech and Rumi Naik. Brahmaputra Community Radio Station 10-07-2015 10 hours Maijan Borsaikia Gaon, Hiloidhari, CRMC Members Dibrugarh, Assam-786002 Radio Brahmaputra has one Executive Committee com- +91-9957722184, 0373-2303584/85 http://www.radiobrahmaputraa.webs.com/ Languages prising management groups of CNES and radio station. www.facebook/radiobrahmaputra90.4fm.com The content monitoring team comprises representatives Assamese, Chadri, www.c-nes.org, Broadcast Timing Bhojpuri, Mishing from C-NES, radio station and local community. [email protected] [email protected] 9:00 AM-7:00 PM and Bodo 03 Jnan Taranga Assam 90.4 FM Genesis Jnan Taranga, the first community radio station of North East, was set up by Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University. All its programmes are community based with a battery of active volunteers involved in planning, research, recording, anchoring and production of different programmes.

Thematic Focus Jnan Taranga focuses its programmes on women, children, senior citizens, marginalised people, differently-abled, youth, tribal, rural and urban people, etc. Programmes on different themes like education, health, environment, folk culture, woman centric issues, etc, are also aired.

Signature Programmes Manar Khabar, Bigyan Barta, Angana, Sasthya Charcha, and Sishu Tirtha.

Innovations in Format Many innovations have been done in programming. For example, while Assamese folk culture is revived through Parampara, women’s issues are taken up through Angana. Marginalized people find their voice through Topal Topal. In Sishu Tirtha, children do the planning, recording and anchor- ing. Manar Khabar is a regular live phone-in programme.

Key Partners National Skill Development Corporation, UNICEF, different public offices, NGOs, etc.

Jnan Taranga Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open 28-01-2009 24 hours Gitali Kakati, Hemprokash Mout, Madhukrishna Borthakur, University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Sarifuz Zaman, Mridusmita Sarmah, Prapalika Sarmah, Dispur, Guwahati-781006 Reetu Gogoi and Ditimoni Gogoi. 0361-2229234, +91 8876509966, Languages +91 8811033337 Assamese, Hindi, www.kkhsou.in/jnantaranga Broadcast Timing English, Karbi, Boro CRMC Members [email protected] Round-the-clock and Bengali Arupjyoti Choudhury and Rajat Baran Mahanta.

04 Assam 90.8 MHz Radio Luit Genesis Radio Luit, the first campus-based community radio sta- tion of the North-East, was established in 2011 to give voice to the hopes and aspirations of Gauhati University community and also to the people living around the uni- versity. The CR station has been named after the Luit river.

Thematic Focus Radio Luit focuses on discovering talent within the com- munity and individuals. It focuses on creating awareness and offering remedial solutions to the community.

Signature Programme Mukolisora (The open forum)

Innovations in Format Talks, discussions, drama, features, phone-ins, and folk and modern songs rendered by the community, etc. Radio Luit is planning a new documentary-based series.

Key Partners Krixi Bigayan Kendra, Kahikuchi, Guwahati; Arihant Pub- lication, Panbazar, Guwahati; Gandharba Cultural Club, Baripara, Guwahati; Assam Gramin Vikash Bank, Guwahati; Parijaat Academy, Garchuk, Guwahati; Surajit Academy, Jalukbari, Guwahati; Sparxa Asssam, Guwahati; and Society for Humans and Environment, Guwahati.

Core Team Bhaskar Jyoti Acharjya, Durlob Barman, Ratna Das, Naseema Launch Date Broadcast Hours Yasmin, Abdur Rouf, Raanumoni Kalita and Manisha Das. Radio Luit 1st Floor, IDOL Building, Gauhati 01-03-2011 12 hours University, Gopinath Bardoloi Nagar, CRMC Members Jalukbari, Kamrup (M), Broadcast Timing Vice Chancellor, Chairman and Registrar of Gauhati Uni- Assam. PIN- 781014 (Live) Languages versity, Kandarpa Das, Abani Kr. Bhagabati, RKD Gos- +918811092674, +919435043124, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM http://www.idolgu.in/student_sup- 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Assamese, Hindi , wami, Bhaskar Jyoti Borah, Archana Sharma, Upen Rabha port/radio_luit_FM_90.8, (Repeat) English, Bengali, Bodo Hakasam, Swarna Prabha Chainary and P.C. Das. [email protected] 12:00PM -5:00 PM and Nepali

05 Krishi Vigyan Kendra Barh Bihar 91.2 MHz Genesis The community radio initiative by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) at Barh (Patna) is serving communities of interest groups located in its vicinity. Started in 2013, it broadcasts content that is popular and relevant to local and specific audience. The station is exclusively operated, owned and influenced by the communities they serve. As agricul- ture is highly location specific, this localised community radio station deals with demand driven and need based programmes.

This radio station caters to other key areas like health, hygiene, food, livelihood security, etc. Social issues related to a farmer’s day-to-day life are also addressed. The con- tent is created mostly in the local dialect for ease of under- standing. The radio station runs for three hours in a day. While the morning programmes include Krishak Manch, Mahila Jagat, Akla-Fua and Lok Rang, the evening hour has features like Bal Manch, Lok Rang, Krishak Manch and Akla-Fua.

Thematic Focus The station airs programmes on themes like agriculture, health & hygiene, entrepreneurship development, wom- en’s empowerment, folk entertainment, etc.

Signature Programmes Krishak Manch (agriculture), Mahila Jagat (women related), Dus Ka Dum (health), Lokrang (folk entertainment), Baal-Manch (kids), Akla-Fua (radio drama on health). Krishi Vigyan Kendra Launch Date Broadcast Hours Barh 28-10-2013 3 hours Innovations in Format Akla-Fua, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Agwanpur, created by a local listeners’ group, is a radio Barh, Patna drama focused on health. 9430252402 www.bausabour.ac.in, Broadcast Timing Core Team [email protected] Languages 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM A. K. Singh, R. K. Sohane and Binita Rani. 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Hindi

06 Bihar 90.4Mhz Radio Active Genesis Bhagalpur, also known as Silk City, is a historical city that is world famous for its silk production. So Radio Active, Bhagalpur was set up as a city radio station to provide young people and the community at large a platform to air their perspectives and aspirations.

Thematic Focus The radio station focuses on creating social awareness on multiple themes.

Signature Programmes Morning Bhagalpur, Afternoon Shine, Active Talk, and Jara Yaad Karo Kurbani.

Innovations in Format The radio station airs interactive programmes and infor- mation on different topics.

Key Partners Local resources.

Core Team Subhash Chandra Pandey, Sandeep K. Pandey, Md. Imteyaz Khan, Rajeshwari Ghosh and Md. Ashar Jalil Khan.

CRMC Members Md. Amzad Khan, Dhiraj Om, Apurwa Jha, Nalini Ghosh, Mamta Jha, Nupur Choudhary and Prabhat Roy. Radio Active Launch Date Broadcast Hours 2nd Floor, Sumrit Mandal Complex, 13-01-2012 15 hours Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road, Tilkamanjhi, Bhagalpur, Bihar- 812001 7549000912, 9431275138, 0641 2610393 Languages [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, Urdu, English & 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM local language Angika

07 Radio Rimjhim Bihar 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio Rimjhim, a community radio station, was set up to address the challenges of poverty and illiteracy in the soci- ety and to improve the plight of the people. Realising this dream became an inspiration for the promoters.

Thematic Focus The community radio station focuses on village develop- ment, flood relief, combating superstitions, social aware- ness, promotion of education, women’s empowerment and security, national unity, communal harmony and inte- gration, elimination of hunger and malnutrition.

Signature Programmes Rimjhim Chala, Gawe-Gaw, Aapaki Baat Radio Rimjhim Ke Saath, Aapaka Patra Mila, Hello Quiz Contest, and Ek Mulakat.

Innovations in Format Interviews, phone-in/out, drama, documentary, etc. More- over, the station airs programmes like Rimjhim Chalal and Gawe-Gaw, which mixes multiple formats in a single pro- gramme. These includes interview, talk, discussion and running commentaries, etc.

Key Partners Radio Rimjhim has partnered with a number of Self Help Groups besides NGOs in its area of operation. Webel Mediatronics, Kolkata provided technical support and training. The initial funding came as a loan from Bank of India besides contributions of local people. Radio Rimjhim Launch Date Broadcast Hours Banjari More, Near N.H. 28, 05-01-2009 14 hours Core Team Gopalganj - 841428 (Bihar) +91-9939395151, 06156-209010 Kripa Shankar Srivastava, Ambrish Kumar, Rajesh Kumar http://radiorimjhim.wordpress.com, Chourasiya, Imam Hussain, Afsar Ali and Abhay Pratap. [email protected] Broadcast Timing [email protected] 5:00 AM-10:00 AM 12:00 PM- 3:00 PM Languages CRMC Members 5:00 PM- 11:00 PM Bhojpuri and Hindi Kripa Shankar Srivastava, Shivjee Shah, Pradeep Sinha, Ashok Kumar, Shashikant Pandey and Umesh Prasad. 08 Bihar 90.4 FM Radio Snehi Genesis The parent NGO Snehi, which started Radio Snehi, runs many development initiatives in the community. It’s this thought process that led to starting the community radio station to address social issues by providing information to the marginalized people, who were not able to secure their rights being unaware about different government policies.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on motivating people to improve their lives, thoughts and actions through skill development programmes and other social issue programmes.

Signature Programmes Swasth Mahila, Swasth Samaj (Department of Science & Technology) NCSTC, GOI; Aapan Panchayat, Aapan Raj (an initiative of Ideosync Media Combine and United Nations Democracy Fund); Hunar Hai, Toh Kadar Hai (National Skill Development Corporation) GOI; Mann Ki Baat (for adoles- cent girls & women)

Innovations in Format The station airs programmes based on live phone-ins, vox pop, interviews and field events / activities that are con- nected with the radio station.

Key Partners Local NGOs.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Munna Pandit, Rameshwar Singh and Geeta Devi. Radio Snehi Nai Basti Fatehpur, 17-11-2010 17 hours Shiwajee Nagar, CRMC Members Siwan – 841226 (Bihar) Rajdeo Singh, Madhusudan Pandit, Munna Pandit, Rana [email protected], Prat ap Singh, Manish Kumar, Pradeep Kumar, Govinda Kumar, [email protected] 09334069148, 9973180418 Broadcast Timing Languages Gulam Md. Rashid, Ashutosh Kumar, Rita Devi, Reshma Kha- 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM Hindi, Bhojpuri toon, Sabnam Nisha, Annu Kumari and Shruti Tiwari. 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM and English

09 Uttam Radio Bihar 90.4 MHz Genesis Uttam Radio was founded by the Indian Institute of Busi- ness Management, Patna, and was launched on 16th March 2005. The cardinal sentiment behind establishing this community radio station was to optimise the potential and resources of the target community for the good of the society and provide a platform to the marginalized com- munities to express themselves.

Thematic Focus Mother-child health and nutrition, cleanliness and techni- cal & vocational training.

Signature Programmes Science Channel, and Swachta Abhiyan.

Innovations in Format Child education and skill training.

Key Partners TISS, Mumbai, & Dr Zakir Husain Institute, Patna.

Core Team Sanjay Shukla and Sadhana Jha.

CRMC Members U K Singh and A K Nayak.

Uttam Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours IIBM Campus, 16-03-2005 6 hours Budh Marg, Patna-800 001 9835011447 www.uttamradio.com [email protected] Languages Broadcast Timing Hindi, Maithili and 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM Bhojpuri

10 Chandigarh 107.8 MHz Desh Bhagat Genesis Community Radio The philosophy behind Desh Bhagat Community Radio, is to lend unconditional service to the society by dis- seminating information regarding issues and subjects relevant to the community. It has been set up by Satguru Foundation, which is a welfare organisation dedicated to development and welfare of the community through varied activities and events. The two-decade-old Satguru Foundation is headed by eminent educationist and pio- neer in medical fraternity Dr. Zora Singh. The organi- sation was formed by like-minded people from various fields like teaching, medicine, accounts and business.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on mass interaction and commu- nication with the community by airing various pro- grammes. The target segment of the Desh Bhagat Community Radio is 10-75 year age group.

Signature Programmes Shakti – The Power of a Woman, and Desh Bhagat Com- munity.

Innovations in Format Community jockeys (CJs) ranging from 10-year-olds to 50-plus participate in the radio shows and share their valuable experiences. They include professionals like doctors, lawyers, tax consultants, bankers, principals & teachers, journalists, actors, etc.

Core Team Desh Bhagat Launch Date Broadcast Hours Tajinder Kaur, Sandeep Singh, Yogesh Jangra, Gagan Community Radio 02-11-2012 24 hours Sassan, Majeed Khan. S.C.O. 181-182, Sec. 8-C, Madhya Marg, Chandigarh (U.T.), Pin: 160009 CRMC Members 9501095010, 8901491117 Languages Zora Singh, Tajinder Kaur, Sandeep Singh, Yogesh Jan- http://www.deshbhagatradio.com/, Broadcast Timing English, Hindi and gra, Sarvpriya Nirmohi and Amarjit Singh Waraich. e-mail:[email protected] Round-the-clock Punjabi

11 Jyotirgamaya CR Chandigarh 91.2 MHz Genesis Jyotirgamaya CR was set up for a community of 22 villages to serve as a change agent for transcending social, eco- nomic and cultural barriers. Another eight villages adopted by the Panjab University are also catered to by this station.

Thematic Focus It focuses on issues related to education, health and envi- ronment, social, cultural and local problems. It provides a platform for dialogue and discussion amongst the community members, students and faculty.

Signature Programmes Hamari Beti, Kanoon Aur Aap, Health Factor, Shiksha Ke Anek Ayaam, Ek Kahaani, and Hamara Samaaj.

Innovations in Format Ek Kahani is a 15-minutes programme, which provides a platform to both children and elders to narrate a folk tale or any other story. Special children have also been provided training and opportunity to participate in the programmes. Some time ago, students of School of Communication Studies (Panjab University) conducted a 72-hour live mara- thon that saw community members walk into the studios and participate in the programmes.

Key Partners Though the CR station is sustained on the budget that is allocated to it by Panjab University, Chandigarh, yet it also gets voluntary support from the community. Jyotirgamaya CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours School of Communication Studies, 14-02-2011 14 hours Core Team Arts Block VII, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014 Sanjay Wadwalkar, Jayanth N Pethkar, Archana R Singh, +91 85286-54459, +91 172 2710180 Mohanmeet Khosla and Sumedha Singh. www.puchd.ac.in , [email protected] Languages Broadcast Timing Hindi, Punjabi and CRMC Members 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM English A K Bhandary, Archana R Singh, Bhoopinder Singh Bhoop, Manjit Kaur, Sanjay Wadwalkar and Jayanth N Pethkar. 12 Chandigarh 107.8 MHz Radio Chitkara Genesis Chitkara Educational Trust, which has been pursuing its mis- sion to excel in education and academics since 1998, started Radio Chitkara in 2012 to give a voice to the community.

Thematic Focus Radio Chitkara focuses on issues related to education, agriculture, health, entertainment and other social themes. Signature Programmes Sikhiya Di Phulwari (on childern’s education, particularly girl child); GK Ki KG Class (about interesting unknown facts about people, places, world, nature etc.); Hunar On-AIR (a talent-based programme); Sehat Manthan (health); Gal- lan Battan (celebrities and renowned personalities share their experiences); Gyan Kosh (general knowledge-based capsule). Yaadon Ka Flashback (based on storytelling); Ek Kahani; Radio Natak (drama based on social issues), Akbar Birbal Ke Kisse, and general inspirational stories, etc. Innovations in Format Through VOX-POP based programmes, rural folk, school children and rural folk artists, who have achieved some- thing commendable are involved in production of prgrammes. It includes creating awareness on special days like plant distribution on World Environment Day, hygiene on Global Hand Wash Day, etc. Key Partners BECIL provided consultancy and installed most of the equip- ment. The Trust bears all the expenditure for resources and Launch Date Broadcast Hours manpower or running cost. The station is now listed with Radio Chitkara DAVP and has started getting advertisement to bridge the Chitkara University, Jhansla, 26-10-2012 24 hours Patiala- Chandigarh NH-64, gap between income and expenditure. Punjab - 140601. 8146681078, 01762-507078, 9501105609 Core Team Languages Ashutosh Mishra, Pankaj Garg, Ranjit Singh Chopra, [email protected] [email protected] Broadcast Timing Punjabi, Hindi Rupinder Kaur and Nisha Sharma. Round-the-clock and English

13 Vivek CR Chandigarh 90.4 MHz Genesis Vivek CR was launched by students to educate their com- munity while receiving their own education. It has become one of the major mediums to convey a message to every listener in the community and a platform to share com- mon goals.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on women and girl child issues, health, environment, education, agriculture, social develop- ment, human trafficking, HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns, anti-corruption, etc.

Signature Programmes Women’s Programme, Health Talk, Young Achievers, Celeb- rities, Rubroo, Spiritual Talks, and BBC programmes

Innovations in Format Keeping in mind the schedule of the listeners, the CR station airs devotional programmes in the morning when it is possible for the community to devote time. Besides, Vivek CR has been able to cater to specific target audi- ences by focusing on their requests. Active participation of students and their parents has encouraged other com- munity members also to take part in the working of the community radio station.

Key Partners BBC Radio World Service, students, parents, doctors, Government officials, teachers, etc Vivek CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Vivek High School, Sector 38- B, 04-11-2007 19 hours Core Team Chandigarh. +91 172 4679844 / + 91 9888324878 H.S. Mamik, Vikram Mamik and Ashish Tandon. www.vivekhighschool.in, [email protected] Languages CRMC Members H.S. Mamik, Vikram Mamik, Rouble Singh and Ashish Broadcast Timing Hindi, Punjabi 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM and English Tandon.

14 Chattisgarh 90.4 MHz Neotech CR Genesis Neotech CR was set up to empower impoverished people with information to improve the quality of their life. The station gave a lease of life to their folk music, which otherwise was on the verge of extinction. They also know of government schemes through radio and are increasingly getting aware about their rights. Thematic Focus Neotech CR focuses on motivating the community and creating awareness on social issues like the adverse effect of alcoholism, untouchability and superstitions. The station also enables people to synthesize their cul- ture, language, songs and dance with their day to day life. Besides, there is focus on creating awareness on rights and fundamental duties. Since a majority of population depends on agriculture, it airs programmes on agricul- tural practices and techniques, seeds and fertilizers. Signature Programmes Surgujiha Gooth, Zindagi Mere, Ghar Aana, and Yadein Innovations in Format Community participation in programmes like phone-in tutorial classes and educational helpline. Key Partners Though Neotech CR has a Content Management Com- mittee in place which discusses programme topics amongst itself, the station also incorporates changes in programmes upon feedback from listeners. Neotech CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Trikon Chowk, Kedarpur, 31-01-2012 11 hours Sunil Palaskar, Preeti Singh, Posak, Jiwant and Niman. Ambikapur, Surguja, Chhattisgarh, Pin Code – 497001 +91-9425254338, 91-07774-223074 CRMC Members Neotechgroup.com Languages Sunil Palaskar, Carolina Joseph, Praveen Kumar, Preeti [email protected] Hindi, English, Singh, and Meena. [email protected] Broadcast Timing Surgujiha and 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Chhattisgarhi

15 Radio Raman Chattisgarh 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio Raman acquaints its listeners with daily life trends and empowers them by promoting local language, culture, music and literature. The programmes of community radio station seek to play a major role in the upliftment of soci- ety by communicating and suggesting solutions to daily challenges faced by common people.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on gender equity, agriculture, women’s empowerment, sanitation, financial inclusion, and legal education.

Signature Programmes Kanoon Ko Jane, Vigyan Yatra, Hamare Aaspas, Hamar Bani, and Hamar Chhattisgarh.

Innovations in Format Programme formats have been devised and implemented through participatory broadcasting, narrow-casting and outdoor broadcasting and radio clubs, and club formation in the community.

CORE TEAM S K Choubey, R K Dubey, Shailesh Pandey, Prashant Soni, Santosh Kaushik, Saurabh Agrawal, Rohit Shrivastava, Ashish Poddar, Hirdesh Singh.

CRMC Members S K Choubey, R K Dubey, Shailesh Pandey and Prashant Launch Date Broadcast Hours Radio Raman Soni. Dr. C. V. Raman University, 22-09-2011 8 hours Kargi Road, Kota, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh – 495001 09098636869 [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Chhattisghari 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM and Hindi

16 Delhi 96.9 MHz Apna Radio Genesis Apna Radio, run by Indian Institute of Mass Commu- nication (IIMC), New Delhi, has been covering almost entire South Delhi since September 2005. IIMC is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.

Thematic Focus Apna Radio engages the students of IIMC along with students from the neighbouring universities like JNU and Delhi University. Almost all sections of the commu- nity come forward to participate in the programmes. Apni Chaupal caters to the urban villages and Apni Basti to the slum-clusters of the area.

Signature Programmes Apne Aas Paas is a daily live phone-in show on social, cultural, educational and medical issues concerning the community. Apni Chaupal is a weekly programme on urban villages of Delhi, exploring the history and contemporary civic issues. In Apni Kahani, members of the community share their experiences and Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai is an open-ended show where people express their views.

Innovations in Format The programmes are redesigned to blend the desk scripts with the content gathered through community participation.

Key Partners Apna Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours AIIMS, SDMC, South Delhi Legal Services Authority, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, 09-09-2005 7 hours New JNU Campus, Northern Railway, Delhi Police, Delhi Tourism, and New Delhi-110067 NGOs like Indus Action, HAQ , CanSupport, SYPM, etc. 011-26742378, 011-26741085, +919811473416 [email protected], Core Team [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages Rajendra Chugh, Soumya Jha, Sunita Sabharwal and 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM Hindi and English Kamal Prajapati 17 DU CR Delhi 90.4 MHz Genesis DU CR with its tagline of ‘Voice of the community’ is run on volunteer basis by the students to help bridge the gap between generations and produce programmes for the community.

Thematic Focus Skill development, social awareness, psychological disor- der, legal literacy, digital India, journey of an artist, career development, and discussion on Man Ki Baat.

Signature Programmes Community Special, Education Alert, Youth Talent, and Dis- cussion Forum.

Innovations in format Establishing an audio link between DU colleges & DU CR for live broadcast from colleges irrespective of distance; design & development of DU CR App for global audiences and student volunteers in various colleges as correspond- ents for coverage of day to day activities of DU colleges.

Key Partners Delhi University Administration, Ramanujan College, Indraprastha College, Cluster Innovation Centre (DU), Department Adult Education (DU), ELP Department (DU), National Skill Development Corporation, Delhi State Legal Services Authority.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours DU CR R K Singh, Issac John and students’ core group. University Stadium, 02-10-2007 7 hours G C Narang Road, North Campus, University of Delhi, CRMC members Delhi - 110 007 Dean of Colleges, Registrar, Director COL, Director CIC, 011-27662366, +91-981138542 Director - NCWEB, Head - Dept. of Music, Dy Dean Aca- http://ducr.du.ac.in/ demics and Consultant - DU CR. [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Hindi and English

18 Delhi 90.4 MHz Jamia Radio Genesis Radio Jamia, community radio station of Jamia Millia Islamia, is located in the vicinity of industries, educational institutions and several villages near Okhla Industrial Area. Radio Jamia was set up to provide a platform to the diverse community of the area and serve it by involving the mem- bers of the community. The authorities of Jamia Millia Islamia felt that a community radio station needed to be established in the campus to cater to the student commu- nity and the general community of the area and got licence to run the station in the campus.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on improving the lives and knowledge base of the target audience through various infotainment and edutainment radio programmes.

Signature Programme Yeh Jaanna Zaroori Hai.

Innovations in Format The programmes are based on interviews, discussions and vox pop. The programmes are also devised on the basis of the feedback received from listeners. Outdoor recording with the community members and phone-in programmes are also conducted.

Core Team G R Syed, Md Shakeel Akhtar, Saba Parveen, Mohammad Shahid, Abdul Khalique and Humayun Hassan Arzo. Jamia Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours AJK Mass Communication Research 24-03-2005 6 hours CRMC Members Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia, Registrar, Jamia Millia Islamia; Director, AJK Mass Com- Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar Marg, munication Research Centre; In-charge, Radio; Producer New Delhi – 110 025 91 11 26986812 / 13, 9868131880 Radio; Assistant Registrar, MCRC; Studio in-charge, MCRC; Broadcast Timing and Accounts Officer, MCRC. [email protected] 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Languages 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Urdu and Hindi

19 JIMS CR Delhi 96.9 MHz Genesis JIMS CR conducts surveys from time to time with the help of students to identify the classification and needs of the people living in the neighborhood. Since most of the lis- teners in these areas are residents of JJ colony, slums, semi-urban and lower income group people, they need information about their rights and duties, social and eco- nomic development, and available livelihoods opportuni- ties. JIMS CR was set up to fulfill these needs.

Thematic Focus JIMS CR involves community members in recording of cultural programmes, interactive sessions on health, nutrition and other social issues. There are phone-in pro- grammes from time to time on various social, economic, education and health issues. Programmes on training on home industry and skill-based vocations are also aired.

Signature Programmes Community Ki Aawaz, Dhanak, Meri Abhilasha, Jiivan Hai Anmol, Nai Dishayen, and Dadi Maa Ke Nuskhe.

Innovations in Format Dhanak is our radio magazine where we use various formats in one programme to make it interesting for listeners.

Key Partners Karmarth and Jagan Nath Gupta Memorial Education Society

JIMS CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team JIMS, Rohini Sector 5 14-01-2006 12 hours Nirmal Bhatnagar, Khursheed Alam, Surender Dhaka, New Delhi, 110085 +91 11-45184106/114 Bhasker Mishra and Kiran Chawla. +91 9810329244 www.jims.in Languages CRMC Members [email protected] Nirmal Bhatnagar, Khursheed Alam, Surender Dhaka, [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, English, [email protected] 9:30 AM - 9:30 PM Haryanvi, Punjabi Bhasker Mishra, Karan Chawla and Sumantra Sarathi Das.

20 Delhi 90.4 MHz Radio JIMS Genesis Radio JIMS was established to give voice to the community living in the vicinity of Vasant Kunj. Jagannath Interna- tional Management School (JIMS), an educational institute from the Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, was the first college to launch a community radio station. The programmes focus on spirituality, women empowerment, education, health, environment, socio-cultural topics, etc. It also provides a platform for dialogue and discussion on issues related to the community, students and faculty on local issues.

Thematic Focus Programmes on spirituality, women’s empowerment, career options and counselling, legal and health aware- ness are regularly broadcast on the airwaves of the station.

Signature Programmes Aatmchintan, Mansha, Bat Pate Ki, Jeevan Disha, and Legal Mantra.

Innovations in Format Regular debate and discussion programmes on contextual issues by students as well as community are broadcast by this community radio station. Besides, OB/interview based programmes are also aired.

Key Partners Rotract Club. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Radio JIMS Ravi K Dhar, Neeru Johri, Sanyogita Choudhary, Aakanksha Jagannath International Management 15-10-2005 5 hours School, OCF, Pocket 9, Sector B, Sharma and Varsha Sharma. Vasant Kunj, New Delhi - 110 070 011-40619300, 9899085579 CRMC Members www.jimsd.org Broadcast Timing Languages radiojimsvasant @jagannath.org Monday to Saturday Hindi, English and Ravi K Dhar, Neeru Johri, Sanyogita Choudhary, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM local language of the Aakanksha, Mohan Ram, Kapil and Ritu. 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM community

21 Guruvani Radio Gujarat 90.8 MHz Genesis Guruvani has been inspired by the huge success of campus radios around the world. In fact, in less than two years since Guruvani began broadcasting, it has succeeded in provid- ing practical and meaningful education and training to its students. Apart from training the students on handling the equipment in the studio, Guruvani has also provided students the opportunity of producing and airing their own programmes, thereby becoming a platform for the students to communicate their concerns and challenges.

The station is stirring an interest among its student in their communities and inviting queries and addressing doubts over a range of career issues. The station is being run with the help of combined effort of professionals, students, interns and regular volunteers from the campus. The radio station has experienced the joys and sorrows of nurturing an interest in an unknown territory.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on various topics including career advice, literature, mythology, philosophy, education, health, environment education, women’s empowerment and social issues.

Signature Programmes Guruvani: Welcome introductory jingle, and Gujarat Univer- sity anthem.

Core Team Guruvani Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours M V Rao, Dinesh Goswami, Dilip Dave, Shyam Barot and Gurunanak Bhavan, EMRC Building , 30-03-2012 4 hours Chirag Chauhan. Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat - 380 009 079-26302409 / 26309278 / 9426401665 [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 9:00 am – 11:00 am Hindi, Gujarati 4:00pm – 6:00pm and English

22 Gujarat 91.2 MHz Junagadh Janvani Genesis Junagadh Janvani is the first CR station of agricultural univer- sities of Gujarat. Since JAU is engaged in disseminating new technologies to farmers of 11 districts of Saurashtra region through various media including Doordarshan and Akash- vani, narrowcast communication was the only missing link. Scientists and students of colleges, farmers, women, children and people of various fields also take part in production. Thematic Focus The radio station focuses on women’s empowerment, agriculture, animal husbandry, education, history, science, culture, health, rural development, etc Signature Programmes The signature programmes are dedicated to Panchang: Importance of the Day, programmes for farmers / rural people, health, poetry , history, science, Inspirational events / stories, Bhakti and folk songs, awareness, etc. Innovations in Format An advisory committee consisting of scientists, teachers, women, doctors, farmers and artistes helps to formulate programmes, ensuring community participation. People are also encouraged to visit the station, which inspires them to take part in the programmes. Key Partners Government of Gujarat supported infrastructure develop- ment and procurement of technical items. The working fund is also provided by JAU. Junagadh Janvani Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Directorate of Extension Education, 06-23-2015 2 hours Steering & Advisory Committee; and Production Team. Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh – 362001 (Gujarat) 285-2671004, 94094 13456 Broadcast Timing CRMC Members www.jau.in (Live) Vice-Chancellor, Director of Extension Education, Director [email protected] 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM of Research, Registrar, Station in-charge, and community (Repeat) Languages members. 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Gujarati 23 Lokvani Radio Gujarat 90.4 MHz Genesis Lokvani, meaning the voice of people, is a rural community reach out initiative for nearby farmers, fisherman, youth and landless labourers. As such relevant programmes are broad- cast for this section of the community, there is complete community involvement before programmes are aired. The Radio Volunteers (RVs) keep a tab on the needs of commu- nity through regular interactions. The RVs also hold meetings with scientists at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Junagadh Agricultural University and with other related officials in the government and NGO sector. Thematic Focus Lokvani also invites progressive farmers to share their experiences and suggest solutions to issues. A CRS committee has been formed which comprises, 3 local community members who advise on programming regu- larly. Lokvani also airs programmes on animal husbandry, education, health and sanitation. Lokvani has broadcast 578 programmes between 01.12.2013 to 30.11.2014 and 1012 programmes were produced since the launch. Lokvani also broadcast three programmes of Hon’ble Prime Minis- ter Shri Narender Modi on Clean India, Vaysan Mukhati and interaction with Shri Barrack Obama. Signature Programmes The signature programmes are based on subjects pertain- ing to agriculture and rural development. Innovations in Format Launch Date Broadcast Hours Producing need based programmes related to agriculture Lokvani Radio and rural development. Krishi Vigyan Kendra 04-11-2013 3 hours Ambujanagar, Ta. Kodinar, Junagadh (Gujarat) - 362715 Core Team 08128354453, 02795-232363 Local community. www.ambujacementfoundation.org Broadcast Timing [email protected] 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Languages CRMC Members 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Gujarati B S Rajawat and V N Chavda.

24 Gujarat 90.4 MHz Rudi No Radio Genesis Rudi No Radio was set up in the wake of the Gujarat earth- quake in 2000 to act as a medium of communication and source of information and education on social issues. It was established to give platform to marginalised com- munities, especially women to express themselves, their thoughts, ideas, issues and talent openly.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on topics like health, education, folk music, traditional food, storytelling, employment and live- lihoods, agriculture, traditional medicines, and animal hus- bandry, etc.

Signature Programmes Saptrangi, Vadhmana, Rudu Upvan, Vadlo Bole Che, Killol, Rudino Radio, Satvik Jivan, and Aakash Mare Aambhanu Che.

Innovations in Format While working - bidi rolling, incense stick making, stitch- ing or weaving - many members of SEWA (Self Employed Women Association) Academy listen to Rudi No Radio. Pro- grammes pertaining to the community’s work and health are produced to build up their interest. They are motivated to write songs, which are then played on Rudi No Radio.

Key Partners This station mainly relies on the parent organisation for core funding. It has also received small grants from the government. Rudi No Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours SEWA Academy, Thakorebhai 26-11-2009 8 hours Core Team Park, Manipur, Sanand - 3821 110, Renuka Patva, K G Mehta, Sadhana Bhatt, B S Bhatia, Bharat Ahmedabad Rajgor, Praveen Dave and Paulomi Mistri. 079-26577115, 9825415062 http://www.sewaacademy.org/ [email protected], Broadcast Timing CRMC Members [email protected] 9:00AM - 1:00PM Languages Shantaben Koshti, Baluben Makwana, Rutviben Anitaben, 2:00PM - 6:00PM Gujarati Veenaben and Varshaben. 25 Saiyere Jo Radio Gujarat 90.4 MHz Genesis Saiyere Jo Radio was set up by Saiyere Jo Sangathan, a col- lective of lady friends dedicated to the enhancement of the quality of life in remote areas of Kutch. Called Powar Patti, the women’s collective is a conglomerate of 26 arid villages that have grassy and hilly land in the Kutch District. This station is a strong medium for education also as all the pro- gramme content is broadcast in the local language Kutchi.

Thematic Focus The major focus is on the subjects of local governance and Panchyati Raj, education, health, local issues, music and culture plus livelihood of Kutch region.

Signature Programmes Saiyere Ji Gaal (on women issues and rights); Khaso Sashan (on rural governance/schemes and entitlements); Paatipen (schoolchildren’s programme). Besides, there is a serial audio talk-show Itihaas Ji Gaal, which is focused on tradi- tion, history, local places, important structure, nature spe- cies and people.

Innovations in Format Saiyere Jo Radio uses formats like interviews, debates, drama, book reading, magazines, folk songs, jingles, talks, etc.

Key Partners Elected Panchayat representatives, Gram Sabha, Panchyat Committees, Panchayat Sub Committee of Social Justice, Water & Sanitation, Sanjivani Committees, School Man- Launch Date Broadcast Hours Saiyere Jo Radio agement Committees, PHC Sub-Centres and Anganwadis. Bhimsar, Nakhatrana, 02-06-2012 6 hours Kutch, Gujarat - 370 615. 09879182322, 09427512958 Core Team www.kmvs.org.in Asif Rayama and Sarifa Sedat. [email protected] Broadcast Timing 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM 12:00 PM - 14:00 PM Languages CRMC Members 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Kutchi Bhavnaben Jethwa, Jeluben Khalifa, Santuba Sodha, Aminaben Sedat, Sarifabai Khalifa and Nanduba Jadeja. 26 haryana 107.8 MHz Alfaz-e-Mewat Genesis Alfaz-e-Mewat endeavours to give voice to people across 225 villages in Mewat district of Haryana. Set up by Sehgal Foundation, a public charitable trust, the station aims to promote community-led programming with the help of villagers, school children, and local artists. Thematic Focus Agriculture, women’s empowerment, health and nutri- tion, gender equality, local governance, and education. Signature Programmes Shauchalay Mere Angana, Tohfa-e-Kudrat, Jal, Jangal, Jameen; Man Ki Baat, Kisse Kahani, Waqt Hamara Hai, Humse Hai Shasan, Sufi Mehfil, Guftagu, Bhavishya Ka Chunaav, Sehat Ka Paigaam and Hunar Hai to Kadar Hai. Innovations in Format Alfaz-e-Mewat mobile app allows listeners to watch select episodes. The app is available on Google play store. Key Partners Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Department of Science and Technology, National Skills Development Corporation, Maraa, Ideosync Media Combine, the Sesame Workshop India Trust, District Level Health and Agriculture Departments, Haryana State Rural Livelihoods Mission, and Advocacy for Com- munity Health, and National Legal Services Authority. Core Team Pooja O Murada, Arti Manchanda Grover, Sonia Chopra, Alfaz-e-Mewat Launch Date Broadcast Hours Anuradha Dubey, Sohrab Khan, Fakat Hussain, Shakir Community Centre, 28-02-2012 13 hours Hussain and Mufeed. Village Ghaghas, Block Nagina, District Mewat, Haryana - 122108 CRMC Members 9810529324, 9971695935 Bhagwan Devi, Bhajan Devi, Razia, Nasir Hussain, www.smsfoundation.org Broadcast Timing Asloop, Haroon, Arshad and Pooja O Murada. [email protected] 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Languages 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM Mewati and Hindi

27 Gurgaon Ki Awaaz haryana 107.8 MHz Genesis Samudayik Radio Gurgaon Ki Awaaz serves as a platform where parents and guardians of students can have real time access to career and livelihood information, as well as a wider space for expressing their culture and concerns. This station was set up in 2009 by an NGO, The Restoring Force (TRF).

Thematic Focus Culture of migrants, culture of local communities, health, livelihood, governance and education.

Signature Programmes Chahat Chowk, Hamara Samvidhaan, Gurgaon Ke Haal, Kahani Ki Gatharia, Gurgaon Live, Apni Pasand, Geetmala, Apna Nazaria Apna Kaam, Hum Hongey Kamyaab, Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi, Kanoon Ki Baat, Swasth Gurgaon, Boley Dil Ki Baat, Kavyalaya, and Apni Rasoi.

Innovations in Format Kahani Ki Gatharia is a programme wherein people visit the studio to record their own stories. Chahat Chowk allows women to speak about sexual and reproductive health. Drivers share their experiences through a pro- gramme Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi. Apni Rasoi is recorded in the kitchens of community women as they share recipes.

Key Partners We The People, Ideosync Media Combine, Maraa, COL, Search Years, CAPED, Rudset, Civil Hospital, Gurgaon District Legal Service Authority, Gurgaon SCERT and Gurgaon DIET. Gurgaon Ki Awaaz Launch Date Broadcast Hours Samudayik Radio 20-11-2009 22 hours Core Team 27 Electronic City, Arti Jaiman, Vandana B, Thapaliyal, Sharmila and Ujala Vimal. Sector 18, Udyog Vihar, Languages Gurgaon 122016, Haryana Hindi, Haryanvi, 9811126336, 0124-4087545 Broadcast Timing CRMC Members www.trfindia.org Bhojpuri, Maithili, - Punjab Singh, Satyaveer, Manoj Kaushik, Meena Baldev, [email protected] 9:00 am 2:00 pm Garhwali, Rajasthani and - Niranjan Chauhan, Priti Agarwal and Arti Jaiman. [email protected] 4:00 pm 9:00 am other migrant dialects 28 haryana 90.8 MHz J G Radio Genesis J G Radio was started in 2012 with a mission to pursue excellence in all fields of education and academics. It was observed that the people in Sirsa did not have a medium to voice their needs or opinions on what was affecting their lives as they were entirely neglected by the mainstream. So this CR station was started.

Thematic Focus Women’s empowerment, agriculture, education, health and well being, animal welfare, food security and enter- tainment apart from other social issues.

Signature Programmes Aap Ki Aawaz and Sada Haq express emotion of a common man.

Innovations in Format Amritwela-Bhakti Sangeet is a religious programme. Daastan-e-Zindgee is an interview-based programme, Haryana Darpan is based on Haryanavi culture and Aap Ki Aawaz is for common man. Super Hit Evening carries inter- views of celebrities / educationists / advocates / doctors / successful farmers.

Key Partners Bhai Kanehiya Trust, and Bharat Education Society.

Core Team Gopal Kamboj, Rajesh Meha, Harish Miglani, Karmjeet Launch Date Broadcast Hours Kaur and Priyanka. J G Radio Bharat Sainik Sr. Sec. School, 12-08-2012 12 hours Sirsa - 125 055, Haryana CRMC Members www.jgsirsa.com Jagdish Kamboj, Gopal Kamboj, Nirmal Kaur, Sudanshu, 01666248626, 9416136006 [email protected] Vishvjeet and Naraina. Languages Broadcast Timing Punjabi,Hindi,English 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM and Haryanvi

29 Radio Manav Rachna haryana 107.8 MHz Genesis Radio Manav Rachna is a CR initiative of veteran educationist Dr O P Bhalla, who was a visionary in the field of education and communication. While pursuing philanthropic goals in education, he felt that the radio communication is not only relevant but also crucial for creating community awareness and providing infotainment. He set up Radio Manav Rachna to stimulate, educate and entertain listeners.

Thematic Focus Its programmes on entertainment, social issues, health care, career development and spiritual aspects render a yeoman’s service to the community.

Signature Programmes Masala Chai, Faridabad Ki Awaz, Youngistaan Ki Dhadkan, Yaadon Ka Safar and Sufi Mehfil, and special weekly pro- grammes like Rubaroo, People of Honour, Manch, Nanhe Far- ishtey, Geet Jo Ban Gaye Moti, Hum Hai Rahi Pyaar Ke, etc.

Innovations in Format The CR programmes have a lot of community connect through interesting observations. Besides, there are also celebrity engagements with community members. Com- munity radio shows are also conducted by children. On demand CR programmes are also aired by the station.

Key Partners Manav Rachna Educational Trust.

Radio Manav Rachna Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Manav Rachna Educational Trust, 10-07-2009 24 hours I K Kilam, Shailja Naqvi and Sarita Nassa. Delhi – Surajkund Road, Sector 43, Faridabad – 121001 0129 – 4198384, 0129 – 4198339, CRMC Members 0129 – 4198335 Nearly 40 community members from Faridabad and Delhi Languages www.radiomanavrachna.org NCR area are guiding Manav Rachna CR station in its [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, English, Urdu [email protected] Round-the-clock and Punjabi programming.

30 haryana 90.4 MHz Radio Mewat Genesis Radio Mewat, a community radio initiative, has become a strong platform for local people to voice their issues and assert their identity. It’s run and managed entirely by the Mewat community in one of the most backward districts of Haryana. Even today the literacy rate among women is only 34% and health and other facilities are minimal and inadequate. The radio station serves as a bridge between the administration and the community and creates innu- merable opportunities for the two stakeholders.

Thematic Focus Radio Mewat has a participatory system for democratiza- tion of information on all aspects of economic and social development and it takes a rights based approach to devel- opment.

Signature Programmes Mera Gaon Kaise Ho, Haqeeqat, Yuaon Ki Baat, Faujiyon Ki baat, Hamaro Raaj Panchayati Raaj, Masti Ki Paathshala, Aaj Ki Baat, Gyan Ki Baat, Buzurgon Ki Baat, Bacchchon Ki Duniya, and Pate Ki Baat.

Innovations in Format People get their issues addressed without delay with immediate response and engagement with the authorities.

Key Partners Department of Science and Technology, NSCTE, etc. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Radio Mewat The station has a team of 12 reporters, a co-ordinator, and MDA Transit Hostel, Near BSNL 01-09-2010 15 hours Exchange, Nuh, Mewat, a researcher besides volunteers and community members. Haryana - 122107 08685904904, 01267 274696 CRMC Members www.radiomewat.org [email protected] Content committee and representatives from various seg- [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages ments of society helps managing the station. 8:00AM - 11:00 PM Mewati and Hindi

31 Radio NGF Palwal haryana 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio NGF Palwal, backed by NGF Engineering College, is located in the rural area of Aurangabad in Palwal.

Thematic Focus Focus is on encouraging local talent by giving platform to the local Raganee singers. Others focus areas are agricul- ture, health, Swachh Bharat and Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao.

Signature Programmes Signature programmes focus on cancer, agriculture (Krishi Jhankar), women’s employment, and unskilled labour.

Innovations in Format Formats like Kahaniyan, Natikayein, magazine and Raganee are used while producing programmes on agriculture, and creating health awareness in rural and semi urban popula- tion.

Core Team Mukesh Gambhir, Kiran Panchal, Gagan Gautam, Rohit Das, Alpana Mittal, Manish and Jitesh.

CRMC Members Ashwani Prabhakar and Sharat Kaushik.

Radio NGF Palwal Launch Date Broadcast Hours 71 K.M. Stone, Delhi –Mathura Road, 11-11-2014 24 hours NH-2, Palwal - 121 102, Haryana (NCR Delhi) 9810866657 [email protected] Languages Broadcast Timing Hindi, Haryanvi and Round-the-clock Punjabi

32 haryana 90.8 MHz Sanjha Radio Genesis Sanjha Radio, which came into being in 2013, is committed to encourage the community in its overall growth. It has become the voice of the voiceless and has provided a com- mon platform to the community members to share their views and showcase their talent. It is supported by All India Samaj Sewa Kendra, dedicated to address women’s issues.

Thematic Focus Water & sanitation, environment, hygiene, health, youth affairs, agriculture, culture and women’s empowerment. It also focuses on vocational subjects like multi-media and broadcasting.

Signature Programmes Nayi Umang, Aao Jane Zara, Aman Ka Paigam, Khet Khali- haan, Baat Pate Ki, Sanjhi Panchayat, etc.

Innovations in Format Sarpanchs and Panchyati Raj Institution officers are involved in the radio programming to create awareness about various central schemes. Programmes are run on issues like health, free legal aid, solid waste management and conservation of water, etc.

Key Partners Central and state government agencies, bankers / financial institutions, private and civil hospitals, education institutes and local artistes. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Sanjha Radio Manmohan Singh, Rahul Bhardwaj, Nariender, Vatish, B-VI,1345,Modern Colony, Yamuna 01-09-2013 24 hours Nagar, Haryana -135 001 Tanu, Kajal, Sundar Mohan, Ranjeet and Megha. 01732-234709 9541254433 CRMC Members www.radiosanjha.com [email protected], Languages Manmohan Singh, Seema Sharma, Ramesh Madan, Vivek [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, Punjabi, English, Talwar, Indu Kapoor and Parveen Taneja. Round-the-clock Bhojpuri and Urdu

33 Hamara MSPICM Himachal Pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis Hamara MSPICM is the first community radio station set up in any hill state of India. This community radio station has been set up by M S Panwar Institute of Communication & Management (MSPICM), Solan. Set up in March 2009, Hamara MSPICM was the 41st CRS of India coinciding with the 7th Consultation on Awareness on Community Radio for the North West Region organised by MSPICM and CEMCA on behalf of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.

Thematic Focus The main focus of the programmes is to create awareness on hygiene, agriculture, environment, health, etc, amongst the local community. Women related issues, maternal mortality, female foeticide, nutrition for women during pregnancy, discussions on different health related topics and their remedies, home management, cooking, beauty tips, health tips, government schemes for women and chil- dren are also covered. Besides, programmes related to career counseling and tips to rural youth on employment avenues are also aired.

Signature Programmes Bhakti Vandana, Morning, Route Yuva Jagat, Health Is Wealth, Swasth Mahila Swasth Samaj, Chalo Kheto Ki Aur, Yatara, Meri Sakhi, Sanvidhan Ki Baat, Samudaye Ke Sath, Bachho Ki Pathshala, etc.

Key Partners Reach, Seasame India, NSDC, Ideosync Media Combine, DST. Hamara MSPICM Launch Date Broadcast Hours M S Panwar Institute of 13-03-2009 12 hours Core Team Communication & Management), and 30 minutes Rajgarh Road, Shamti, Solan Lalita Panwar, Saloni Gautam, Amit Pundir and Manisha. (Himachal Pradesh) - 173-212 01792-229297, 9218848838 Broadcast Timing CRMC Members panwarinstitutes.org , Bal Krishan Mehta, Har Gopal, Karan Singh, Kalavati, Pinki, mspcommunitycollege.org 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM Languages [email protected] 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Pahari Hemlata, and T D Verma.

34 jammu and kashmir 90.4 MHz Radio Sharda Genesis Radio Sharda was launched with the intent of promot- ing and preserving the language and culture of displaced Kashmiri Hindus. Besides entertainment, it helps the dis- placed people by promoting education, culture, women empowerment and agriculture.

Thematic Focus Motivate the younger generation for promotion of culture and language through educational programmes.

Signature Programmes Interviews with prominent people, and health based talks.

Innovations in Format Programmes concerning the community are recorded at the household level with active participation of family members.

Key Partners Striving for local advertisements for financial stability.

Core Team A core team of seven people from different walks of life.

CRMC Members J L Sarore, A K Naz, Manoj Jad, Manju Raina, Rattan Lal Jawahar, J K Raina, Sushma Bhat, Vijay Kumar Koul, Ajay Raina, Mukesh Kumar, Bal Krishan Sanyasi, Ashim Khoda, Sandesha Koul, Lovely Pandita, Sunil Kumar, Sarita Raina, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Avtar Hugami, Rajni Bhat, Surender Manhas, Bikram Radio Sharda Singh, Rakhi Koul, Manmohan Wazir, K K Koul and Ramesh TRT Migrant Quarters, 05-12-2011 15 hours Lower Buta Nagar, Hangloo. Jammu - 180 016 0191-2597806 www.radiosharda.com [email protected] Languages Broadcast Timing Kashmiri, Dogri and 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Punjabi

35 Antarvani CRS Karnataka 90.8 MHz Genesis Antarvani CRS, established in December 2008, is supported by Sharnbasveshwar Vidya Vardhak Sangha. Antarvani CRS is working towards the welfare of community members.

Thematic Focus Most of the programmes address issues related to health, education, culture, history and finances, which are of inter- est to the community. Antarvani CRS is supported by mass communication students and the teachers who actively participate in CR initiatives.

Signature Programmes Gnanavani, Arogyavani, Janapadvani, Mahilavani, and Sangeetavani.

Innovations in Format Antarvani CRS has produced many useful programmes to serve the community like the NSDC-sponsored pro- gramme titled Hunar Hai To Kadar Hai. It seeks to involve rural folk and preserve local talent and traditions. Antarvani CRS also does the outdoor recording during Shravan and Vijayadashami with the help of the community members.

Key Partners Antarvani CRS is being encouraged to pursue its work by Sharnbasaveshwar Vidya Vardhak Sangha and other edu- cational institutions running under its banner.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Antarvani CRS Sharnbaswappa Appa, Shivaraj Shastri Herur, Neelambika Sharnbasaveshwar Vidya Vardhak 23-09-2009 9 hours Sherikar, Mahesh Patil, Krupasagar Gobbur, and Hana- Sangha, Godutai Doddappa Appa Arts & Commerce Degree College manth Sheri Kajuri. for Women, Gulbarga -585103, Karnataka – India Broadcast Timing Languages CRMC Members 09448882050, 09663466710 Sharnbaswappa Appa, Sharnabasaveshwara Vidya, Shiv- www.mahadasoha.com 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM Kannada, Hindi [email protected] 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM and English araj Shastri Herur, Neelambika Sherikar and Sridevi Harwal.

36 Karnataka 90.8 MHz Genesis Janadhwani Janadhwani CR is a community radio initiative in the most backward area of Karnataka (H D Kote Taluk). It has been set up by Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement to address the community needs of easy access to the information related to the Government initiatives. Since the distribu- tion of the printed matter is a challenge in a hilly terrain, a need was felt to establish a community radio station to address these issues promptly. It was also necessary because in this Taluk, which has a tribal population of 15,000, other mediums like street plays and video shows were hardly effective.

Thematic Focus Health, education and rural development.

Signature Programmes Hadu- Hase, Nanga Kaadu Nanga Jana, Nammuru, Arogya- dangala, Raitha Dhwani, Yuvachathana, Kalarava, Vijnana Vishmaya, Kaanunu Salahe, Mahile, Spoken English, Sang- eetha, Jnana Sudha, Shikshana, Karunalu Ba Belake, Bhakthi Sowrabha, Jaanpada Loka, Bhava Sinchana, Shubhashaya, Vishesha Mahithi, Bele-Bele, Lekkada Katte (repeat), Mano- chinthana, Gaanagandharva, Surakshatheye Shri Rakshe, etc.

Innovations in Format Broadcasting is done in various formats like magazine, drama, interview, talk show and live-phone-in. The local rural folk format of Harikathe is also popular. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Key Partners Janadhwani Local community people, Karnataka Sate AIDS Prevention Viveka School of Excellence, Swami 24-02-2002 12 hours Vivekananda Youth Movement, Society (KASPS), AXSHYA, and Department of Science and Hanchipura Road, Saraguru, Technology (DST). H D Kote Taluk, Mysore district, Karnataka - 571 121 09900053119, 08228-265263 Broadcast Timing Core Team www.svym.org 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM Languages The core team comprises 10 members. [email protected] 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Kannada

37 Krishi CR Karnataka FM 90.4 MHz Genesis Krishi CRS, set up by the University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad, is the first agricultural university CR station. The idea was to reach the farmers to address their problems, transfer appropriate technologies, promote and docu- ment the indigenous and best practices. Thematic Focus The focus is on agricultural broadcast for progressive farmers on the latest agricultural technologies. There are programmes on climatic conditions, weather, and market- ing advisory for farmers, success stories, and women and youth in agriculture are also captured. Signature Programmes Krishi Chintana, a programme produced by farmers; Krishi Kutumba, dramatization of crop technologies; and Varda Basanna, involving a farmer family in programming. Innovations in Format Dramatic representation of crop technologies, engagement of a practising farmer family in production, audio spots, pro- mos, message songs, interview, spot and field interviews, mini drama, vox pop, phone-ins and storytelling. Key Partners State departments of Agriculture, Horticulture, and Animal Husbandry, Farmer Clubs, Farmer Interested Groups, KVK, Sneha Thanda, Mahila Mandal, Women Broadcasters, etc. Core Team Krishi CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours V I Benagi, and Devendrappa S. Director of Extension, 17-05-2007 6 hours University of Agricultural Sciences, CRMC Members Dharwad – 580005, Karnataka. Vice-Chancellor, Director of Extension, Director of Research, 0836 – 2440050, 09448497356 www.uasd.edu.in Dean-Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Home Science, and [email protected] Broadcast Timing Animal Husbandry, Associate Director of Extension, Pro- 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Languages gramme Officer & Head, Director - AIR. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Kannada

38 Karnataka 90.4 MHz Namma Dhwani CR Genesis The concept of the community radio station was visual- ized by non-governmental organisations Myrada and Voices. Namma Dhwani CR began narrowcasting in 2008. This community radio station was initially supported by UNESCO, and MP LAD Fund of Kasthuri Rangan. Later on, the station began generating its own resources through a community centric approach. Covering 152 villages, it’s operating from Budikote. Thematic Focus The station focuses on health related issues as well as agri- culture including integrated farming, sustainable organic farming, crop-disease management, mixed cropping pat- tern, organic versus inorganic cropping, etc. Different schemes introduced by departments are also covered. Besides, there is focus on self-help groups, socio-eco- nomic development and income generation activities, financial mobilization, etc. Signature Programmes The lead programme Pathra Prabhanda gives an insight into people’s likes and dislikes and day-to-day issues that need attention. Health related issues are featured in Aro- gya Sanjeevini. Innovations in Format Yeshogaathe focuses on case studies related to self-help groups, socio-economic development and income gen- eration activities, and financial mobilization. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Key Partners Namma Dhwani CR Karnataka State Aids Prevention Society. 166, Budikote Village, Bangarapete 12-06-2008 8 hours Taluk, Kolar, Karnataka – 563 147 094499 20494, 08153 - 256999 Core Team www.myrada.org Programme Officer, Manager and Reporter. [email protected] Broadcast Timing 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM CRMC Members 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Languages Nine Members. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Kannada and Telugu 39 Neladani CR Karnataka 90.8 MHz Genesis Neladani CR station was set up by Divyajyothi Vidya Kendra, a social organisation working in the area of live- lihood and training for rural masses. The Kendra is also involved in various welfare and humanitarian response programmes.

Thematic Focus Since Neladani CR focuses mainly on youth, the content is mostly on education, youth activities and social drama.

Signature Programme Chinnara Lokha, a programme that focuses mainly on youth and their holistic development.

Innovations in Format The CR station has produced many programmes with innovative themes. The station focuses on legal awareness programmes about property rights, women’s issues like dowry harassment, sex violation, divorce, desertion, etc. Besides, there is focus on promoting equality between women and men.

Core Team The core group comes from the organization, the com- munity and the technology team of the radio station. Two members come from each stakeholder.

CRMC Members The main thrust of Neladani CR station is on responding to Launch Date Broadcast Hours Neladani CR the community and its expectation. So the members of the Divyajyothi Vidya Kendra, 03-09-2011 8 hours CR station are primarily elected from the community. These Vishwa Kendra, Chikkanna Layout, Nelamangala Town-562123, members review the programming every month by taking Bangalore Rural District, Karnataka the feedback of the listeners. The members suggest neces- 9480111268, 080-27726066 sary changes in consultation with the production team and Broadcast Timing www.djvk.org programme committee, which works in co-ordination with [email protected], 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM Languages [email protected] 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Kannada and Hindi the community representative and helps in improving the CR programming further. 40 Karnataka 90.4 MHz Radio Active Genesis Radio Active, located in central Bangalore, is a platform for heterogeneous communities. Though the idea of launch- ing a community radio station was mooted long back, the station came into existence in June 2007. Thematic Focus Women’s physical and mental health, gender and sexual- ity, women and children, waste management, etc., are the main focus areas. Then there are programmes on animal rights, veganism, food security, disability, domestic work- ers, women and transgenders. Signature Programmes Active Bangalore, Radio Mathematics, Daastan-e-Nayan- dahalli, Chinnara Chilipili, Colouful Kamanabillu, Jeeva- Radio Diary, and Kasa Shramika Parisara Rakshaka. Innovations in Format The station’s programming uses innovative formats includ- ing radio drama, magazine, radio diary using folk arts like Kamsale, Pooja Kunita, Hari Katha, Veera Gase.

Key Partners Jain University, Hasiru Dala, Child Rights Trust, CIVIC, APSA, doctors from various government hospitals, Ondede, Ban- galore HIV Forum and HIV Task Force, RTE Task Force, etc. Core Team Pinky Chandran, Ramya, Padma Priya, Vijaya, Beula Anthony, Marwan Abubaker, Akkai Padmashali, Uma, Shilok and others. Radio Active Launch Date Broadcast Hours 1/1-1, Atria Towers, Palace Road, 25-06-2007 23 hours (Weekdays) Bangalore- 560001 24 hours (Weekends) CRMC Members Broadcast Timing Radio Active follows an open forum policy and there is 9845888686, 080-22355490 www.radioactive.edu.in Weekdays: Languages generally no restriction on the composition and structure [email protected] 8:00AM - 4:00 PM Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, of the management committee. However, anybody associ- [email protected] 5:00 PM - 8:00 AM English, Tamil, Urdu ated with the station is allowed to take decisions on pro- Weekends: and occasionally grammes, contents, funding, technology, etc. Round-the-clock Marathi and Bengali 41 Radio Manipal Karnataka 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio Manipal was established in 2008 at the School of Communication, Manipal. However, the process was initi- ated way back in 2004 to start a campus radio. The aim has been to cater to students and local agricultural and fishing community. Funded by Manipal University, the studio and the transmitter is located in the premises of the School of Communication, Manipal. Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on health, education, entrepreneur- ship, self-sustenance in agriculture and other allied activities. Signature Programmes Darpana, Arogya-Bhagya, Jeevan-Jopana Krishiloka, Sugrama, etc. Innovations in Format A face to face programme, Mukha–Mukhi, focuses on local issues at the work place. Workshops are arranged for the elected women members of Gram Panchayats for their capacity building in conducting the Sabhas for Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Themes like drinking water, hygiene, sani- tation and solar energy are also covered. Key Partners NGOs like SKDRDP, Jana Shikshana Trust, Sugrama Okkoota, Kalaaranga, Ragadhana, Sangeetha Sabha, and Jeevana Sangharshaare. Core Team Radio Manipal Launch Date Broadcast Hours Shyama Bhat and K Manjunath School of Communication, 12-09-2008 4 hours (daily) Tile Factory Road, Manipal, 5 hours (Weekends) CRMC Members Broadcast Timing Udupi -576 104 Narayana Sabhahit, Nandini Lakshmikantha, Shyam Bhat, 94817 53711, 0820-2922747 Weekdays: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM www.manipal.edu Veena Kamath, Uma Udayashankar, Katyayani Kunjibettu, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Languages [email protected], Weekends: Chandrika Jayaprakash, Vasanthi Shetty Brahmavara, [email protected] 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Kannada, Tulu, Konkani Muralidhara Upadhya Hiriyadka, G P Prabhakar, Virupak- 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM and English sha Devaramane, Vinni D Souza and Kavitha Suvarna. 42 Karnataka 107.8 MHz Radio Sarang Genesis Radio Sarang was founded by Fr Richard Rego, SJ in 2009 with a dream of providing an avenue for local talent as well as students of St Aloysius College, Mangaluru, to give impetus to local culture and languages. Starting with just two hours of programming, it beams now 24 hours of pro- grammes daily, including 16 hours of unique programmes.

Thematic Focus Radio Sarang has become an avenue for talented people, who are marginalized due to lack of exposure. This CR station is promoting different local cultures, thereby help- ing the society.

Signature Programmes Janadani, Olavina Hadu, Aadu Aata Aadu, Hrudaya Raaga, Nimmoorige Namma Saranga, Spoorthi Mantra, Talo Umalo, Maikalto Palka, Tulu Chavadi, and Kalavida.

Innovations in Format With innovative studio-to-people and people-to-studio live contact programmes through intensive participation by local talent, interesting live programming is lined up every week. Innovative phone-ins, interviews, debates and discussion formats are used. Multilingual programmes in Kannada, Tulu, Konkani, Beary, English and Hindi give the channel an exclusive profile.

Key Partners Singers, musicians, cultural proponents, local doctors, law- Launch Date Broadcast Hours yers, academicians, dramatists, entrepreneurs, etc. Radio Sarang St Aloysius College, 23-09-2009 16 hours Lighthouse Hill, Core Team Mangaluru- 575003, Fr Swebert D’Silva, Fr William Marcel Rodrigues, Roshan Karnataka B S Crasta, Abhishek Shetty, Thimmappa V, Edward Lobo, 0824-2449744 Languages Priya Sunil. staloysiuscollege.co.in Kannada, Tulu, Konkani, [email protected] Broadcast Timing Beary, English and 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Hindi

43 Radio Siddhartha Karnataka 90.8 MHz Genesis Radio Siddhartha has given a platform to the marginalised sections of the society from both rural and urban areas to voice their feelings, emotions and even problems. Dr H M Gangadharaiah, founder secretary of Sri Siddhartha Edu- cation Society, had a vision to provide education to rural masses and reach the unreached. His son Dr G Paramesh- wara had a vision to cover all branches in Sri Siddhartha Education Society. In view of this vision, he launched Radio Siddhartha for the benefit of students as well as general public.

Thematic Focus Radio Siddhartha focuses on education, health, agricul- ture, women and children, social security and livelihood issues.

Signature Programmes Namma Desha Namma Samvidhana , Shikshanavani, Akka Kelakka, Vishesha Sandarshana, Krushi Kanaja, Namma Arogya, English Time, Namma Desha, Gubbiya Goodu, Gee- tha Vhaibhava and Harikathe.

Innovations in Format Our innovative formats include radio drama, vox pop, doc- umentary and live phone-in programmes. Folk art formats like Sobanepada and Harikathe are also used.

Key Partners Local NGOs as well as other voluntary associations. Radio Siddhartha Launch Date Broadcast Hours Sri Siddhartha Centre for Media 16-01-2009 9 hours Core Team Studies, PG Block, 1st floor, SSIT Campus, Maralur, Tumkur-572105, Shivaji Ganeshan, Rashmi Ammembala, Vijay C V, Sath- Karnataka yanarayan N, Nandini G R, and Vinuth T K. 0816-2201342, 9845606952 Broadcast Timing www.radiosiddhartha.com 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM [email protected] 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Languages CRMC Members 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Kannada and English Principal and campus staff.

44 Karnataka 106.8 MHz Radio Universal Genesis Radio Universal, as the voice of the needy and impov- erished, was set up to open up their vision to bring the neighbourhood community on airwaves.

Thematic Focus The broad thematic focus remains on women and empow- erment, health and hygiene, education and skills, opportu- nity and aspiration, and community and its needs.

Signature Programmes Auto Geleya, Vijaya Vidhyarthi, Radio Doctor, WATSAPP Evening, Navu –Namma, Jana Avalu (ladies special).

Innovations in Format The station is at a nascent stage of making its programmes available on mobile phones for interested communities, who are out of coverage at times.

Key Partners Microgenesis (innovation partner), and REACH and Akshaya (programming partners).

Core Team M S M Mannan, Najma Banu and Rekha S.

CRMC Members K M S Pandian, Narasimha, M S M Manna and Kalyan Sundaram. Radio Universal Launch Date Broadcast Hours Universal College, No.90, 01-12-2010 6 hours Magadi Main Road, Vijayanagara Toll Gate Circle, Bangalore -460044 9886989727/080-23111020 www.universalcollege.org Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Kannada, English 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM and Hindi

45 Ramana Dhwani Karnataka 90.4 MHz Genesis Ramana Dhwani endeavours to give voice to the voiceless. The station was launched in a special school for the visually challenged in the year 2008.

Thematic Focus The CR primarily focuses on providing a platform for per- sons-with-disabilities by tapping their hidden talent.

Signature Programmes Visually challenged people participate in programmes focusing on value systems in our traditional festivals.

Innovations in Format Visually challenged persons are trained and involved in production of radio programmes.

Key Partners R V College For Women, Kidwai Hospital, Nada Brahma Kala Kendra, and Narayana Nethralaya.

Core Team Station manager, community reporters, visually chal- lenged programme producers and RJs, student volunteers from schools and colleges.

CRMC Members Representatives from all partners are selected to represent the CRMC annually. Ramana Dhwani Launch Date Broadcast Hours Shree Ramana Maharishi Academy October 2008 8 hours for the Blind, C.A.1-B, 3rd Cross, 3rd Phase, J P Nagar - 560 078 Bangalore 9986444233, 080-26581076, 080-26588045 Languages www.srmab.org Broadcast Timing Kannada, Hindi and [email protected] 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM English

46 Karnataka 90.4 MHz Venudhwani CR Genesis Venudhwani expresses joys and concerns of the local com- munity. Its main intention is to provide voice to the voice- less. The station serves as a useful platform that provides perfect canvas for local talent to express their abilities and innovations.

Thematic Focus Health, culture, folk, education, women empowerment, and voice for youth.

Signature Programmes Arogya Darshana, Chinnari Chilume, Sandhya Samaya, Yuvadhwani, Vinjanvihar, Mahila Vedike, Marathi Samaya, Bhashasangam, Namagagi Kanunu, Janapadasiri , Geeta- sangama, Samskruti Sambhrama, and Nimma Seveyalli.

Innovations in Format Programmes for all age groups including children and elderly people.

Key Partners KLES, Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital & Medical Research Cen- tre, Science Centre, Belagavi, Government Departments, Schools and colleges of Belagavi.

Core Team Sunil Jalalpure, Veeresh Nandgaon, Bharath B Badiger, Akshay Kulkarni, Manjunath B N, Sarvamangala A, Sunita D and Manisha S. Venudhwani CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours KLE Kanasu, 3rd floor , 02-05-2015 6 hours CRMC Members KLE University, JNMC Campus C K Kokate, V D Patil, S G Patil, Sunil Jalalpure, Veeresh Neharu Nagar, Belagavi - 590 010 Nandagaon, Administrative officers of KLE Academy of 0831 - 2472141, 09844971345 Broadcast Timing Languages Higher Education and Research. www.klevenudhwanifm.org [email protected] 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Kannada, Marathi, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Hindi, English, Urdu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Konkani

47 Janvani CR Kerala 90.8 MHz Genesis Janvani CR is owned and run by Academic and Techni- cal Education Development Society. Janvani CR is situ- ated in Thalasserry, which is said to be the birth place of cakes, cricket and circus. Besides, Kannur is well known for handlooms.

Thematic focus Rural development and upliftment of weaker sections.

Signature Programmes Mozhi Muthukal, Naattarivukal, Thozhil Vani, Grama- vrithantham, Janashabdham, Banitha Vani, Bithum Vil- ayum, Tamil Vani and Vidhya Van.

Innovation in format 54 community radio clubs have been formed in different schools, youth clubs, colleges and Self Help Groups to source various types of content.

Key partners State Institute of Educational Technology, Govt of Kerala, National Health Mission, Kerala Project Axhya, REACH Chennai.

Core Team 14 full-time and 27 part-time resource persons.

CRMC Members The management committee has representation from Launch Date Broadcast Hours Janvani CR different sections of the society and is headed by the Fayad Plaza, Puthur Road, 02-10-2012 17 hours chairman. Panoor, Kannur, Kerala – 670 692 0490-2318000, 8714449000, 8606609000 [email protected] Languages Broadcast Timing Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM and English

48 Kerala 107.8 MHz Radio Benziger Genesis Kollam is an ancient port city with a large working class population dependent on vocations like fishing, coir and cashew industries. But these people are largely marginal- ized from the mainstream and look forward to an oppor- tunity to have a communication platform to address their development and welfare needs. The collective aspiration of these people found expression in the community radio station launched by an NGO, Benziger Hospital Society. Thematic Focus Knowledge sharing for development, livelihood issues, com- munity health, education, local culture, counselling, etc. Signature Programme Kaathodu Kaathoram.

Innovations in format Community participation through phone-in interventions, feedback, radio clubs, community meetings etc. Through live phone-in programme titled Jana Sabdam, there is knowledge sharing among community members on issues of differently-abled, campus programmes, radio clubs, etc. Key Partners Though the initial expenses at the time of inception of the station were met by the parent organisation, now its major revenue sources are from commercial advertisements. Core Team J Jacob, CR Ajayakumar, Ashramam Bhasi, Gopan Neeravil, Asha Pratap, A Q Mehdi, A K Salim, Incy, Shiny, Dr. Venu- Radio Benziger Launch Date Broadcast Hours kumar and Mary Rani, Bexon. Beach Road, 07-11-2010 15 hours Kollam, CRMC members Kerala - 691001 9744722299, 0474-2762477 Ferdinand Peter, J. Jacob, Sreelakshmy, Ratna Mohan, San- www.Communityradiobenziger.org thosh, John Noel Victus, Khan Karicode, Lekshmy Mohan, [email protected] Languages Greta Raju and Aparna Pradeep. Broadcast Timing Malayalam, Hindi 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM and Tamil

49 Radio DC Kerala 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio DC is unique in many ways as it broadcasts to an audience ranging from the relatively poor daily wage earn- ers to the lower middle and middle income groups. Radio DC also broadcasts to listeners comprising mainly the fish- erman community spread along a 20-km coastline, serving as a medium to fulfill their information and cultural needs. Radio DC has ensured regular involvement and engage- ment of the community. Changes are incorporated by tak- ing feedback from the listeners on a regular basis.

Thematic Focus Fisher folk and rural community.

Signature Programmes Kadalinakkare Ponore, and Aarogyarangam.

Innovations in Format Innovative programmes for the benefit of the rural and fisher folk community.

Key Partners DC Kizhakkemuri Foundation and DCSMT, Trivandrum.

Core Team Ravi Deecee, Sajikumar P and S N Nair.

CRMC Members Ravi Deecee, Sajikumar, S.N. Nair and 10 community members. Radio DC Launch Date Broadcast Hours DCSMAT, Kinfra Film & Video Park, 25-05-2016 24 hours Sainik School, Kazhakoottam, Trivandrum, Kerala - 695 582 9846518971 www.radiodcfm.com [email protected] [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] Round-the-clock Malayalam and English

50 Kerala 90.4 MHz Radio MACFAST Genesis Radio MACFAST’s founding philosophy is ‘to give a voice to the voiceless’. The station acts as a centre for social, cultural and national integration. True to its punch line Nattukarkku Koottay (community’s companion), it serves the community by focusing on their needs and deliberat- ing on vital issues. Thematic Focus Education, health, agriculture, women’s empowerment, environment, science and rural development. Signature Programmes Pushpavani Arogyam, Arogya Vani, Krishi Jalakam, Sthree Shakthi, Lalitha Sangeetha Padam, Vidya Vani, Penma, Mozhimuthu, and Janahitham. Innovations in Format The station keeps on using formats like radio dramas, doc- umentaries, interviews, features on success stories, music classes, panel discussions, skits, storytelling, live phone-ins. Key Partners Mar Athanasios College For Advanced Studies, Kerala State Institute of Educational Technology, Card Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Pushpagiri Medical College, Sudarshanam Netra Chikilsalayam and Panchakarma Centre, Aswathy Bhavan Ayurveda and Sidha Chikilsalayam, etc. Core Team V George Mathew, Sumesh Kumar K S, Shibu Itty Mathew, Jerrin Daniel, V Praveen, Reshma M.J, Reshma Raghavan, Radio MACFAST Launch Date Broadcast Hours Radhika Chandran, Liji Jyothis, Rakesh Krishna, Shinu M MACFAST College Campus, 01-11-2009 18 hours and Mathew, and Sijo Jacob. Thukalassery, Tiruvalla, 15 minutes Kerala - 689101 0 9446187299, 0469 2730332 CRMC Members www.radiomacfast.org P Pushpangadan, S Ignacimuthu, Alexander Jacob, Thomas [email protected] Languages Mar Coorilos, Msgr. Antony Chethippuzha, N Jayasankar, [email protected] Broadcast Timing Malayalam, English, Rev. Abraham Mulamoottil and more. 5:45 AM - 12.00 AM Tamil and Hindi 51 Radio Mattoli Kerala 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio Mattoli was set up on June 1, 2009 and on the same day it went on air. The inspiration behind setting up of the station was to address the communication needs of the Wayanad district. Wayanad is populated by an agrarian society, which is backward as far as their socio economic and educational status is concerned.

Thematic Focus Radio Mattoli focuses on local issues for overall socio- economic, educational and cultural development of the society.

Signature Programmes Vayalnadu and Njattuvela (agriculture/ farm-based), Sallapam (live phone-in), Vanita Mattoli, Njangalkumundu Parayan and Nattukaryam in Malayalam and Thudichetham (tribal culture and health) in tribal dialects.

Innovations in Format Radio documentaries, success stories, skits, radio dramas, live phone-in programmes, interviews, panel discussions, talk shows, etc.

Key Partners Government departments, NABARD, Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), Kerala Dairy Development Department, etc., and NGOs.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Radio Mattoli Station Director, Assistant Directors (Programmes), Assis- Dwaraka, Nallurnad, 01-06-2009 17 hours tant Directors (Broadcasting), Assistant Director (Pubic Mananthavady, Wayanad, Kerala – 670 645 Relations) and Junior Superintendent and volunteers. 04935 242008, 9446034422 Languages www.radiomattoli.com Malayalam and tribal CRMC Members [email protected] Dialects like Paniya, CRMC has representation from different sections of the Broadcast Timing Adiya, Kattunaika and 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Vettakuruma society.

52 Kerala 90.8 MHz Radio Media Village Genesis At the St Joseph College of Communication, the manage- ment conceived the idea of setting up a CR station because the area does not have access to any radio station. After a lot of consultation, among college students, college staff members, community leaders, and conducting even a sur- vey, Radio Media Village was set up.

Thematic Focus Agriculture, health, education, cultural integration, and promotion of charity.

Signature Programmes Morning Village, Edavela, Orma, Nattuvazhi, Sayahna Sal- laapam, Kali Chiri Neram, Pin Point, Doctor’s Live, Karshaka Rathana, Nervazhi, Public Court, Adithi, Ayuschintha, Sand- hyavandhanam, School Time, Penperuma, etc.

Innovations in format Reality shows, vox populi, roving microphone, skits, drama, discussions, interviews, documentaries, folk lore songs, film based programmes, etc.

Key Partners Government departments in the domains of police, agriculture, health, education, small-scale industries, women and child development, forest and animal conser- vation, and NGOs, etc.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Fr. Sebastian Punnassery, Fr.Antony Ethackad, Fr. Joseph Radio Media Village Paeackal, Fr. Jobin Perumplathusserry, K Vipin Raj, Joseph Kurissummoodu P.O. 10-02-2012 19 hours Changanacherry-686104 (Via), Panadan, Meera, Lijo, Chintu, Gireesh, Anoop, and Lovely. Kottayam, Kerala 0481-2720025, 9447968033 CRMC members www.mediavillage.com [email protected] Languages Core Team, Advisory Body of 15 members, programme Broadcast Timing Malayalam, Tamil, managing committee of 30 members and 50 volunteers. 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM English, and Hindi

53 Chanderi Ki Awaaz Madhya Pradesh 94.4 MHz Genesis The journey of setting up a community radio station in Chanderi began with the success of a community multi- media centre which was established with support from Unesco and OneWorld South Asia. The centre was set up for providing computer and multimedia training to chil- dren from the community of weavers. Thematic Focus Health and nutrition, rights of women, conservation of local talent and folk arts, legal awareness, employment, rights and entitlements. Signature Programmes Panchatava Ishwar Allah Tero Naam, Subah Hoti Hai, Sham Hoti Hai, Prerak Prasang, Daastan-e-Chanderi, Raahein Rozgar Ki, , Kuch Lamhe Sehat Bhare, Suni Ansuni, Baatein, Hamare Fankaar, Lokgeet, Sanjeevani, Mahak Chauke Ki, and Aajivika. Innovations in Format Problems and issues faced by the community were assesed and discussed with community members through live pro- gramme Apni Baat Radio Ke Saath. The community found solutions during the programme discussions. Key Partners BECIL, Development Alternatives, OneWorld Foundation India, Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Community Health Cen- tre, Chanderi, Nagar Palika, Chanderi District Handloom Office and Training Centre. Chanderi Ki Awaaz Launch Date Broadcast Hours Chanderi Ki Awaaz, 27-03-2010 8 hours Core Team Near Rest House, Sanjay Jain House, Swadesh Samaiya, Abdul Rahup Khan, Rahul Yagnik, Insaf Mugoali Road, Chanderi, Ashok Nagar, Ali, Krishna Koli, Haseen-u-ddin, Seema Sheikh and others. Madhya Pradesh – 473446 0942576634 Broadcast Timing CRMC Members www.chanderikiawaaz.in 8:00 AM -12:00 PM Languages Swadesh Samaiya, Abdul Rahup Khan, Rahul Yagnik, Insaf [email protected] 5:00PM - 9:00PM Hindi and Bundeli Ali, Krishna Koli, Haseen Uddin, Seema Sheikh and others. 54 Madhya Pradesh 90.4 MHz Kisan Vani Sironj Genesis Set up by the Indian Society of Agribusiness Professionals, a network of agriculture and allied sector professionals, Kisan Vani Sironj caters to the marginalized sections of the society.

Thematic Focus The programmes cover a whole gamut of information required by the farmers like advisory on plant-protection, irrigation, market prices of agri-commodities, etc. During the harvest time, awareness camps are organised in the station premises, wherein farmers are informed on varie- ties solicited, procurement status, and standard specifica- tion of products that would be procured by government agencies and related information.

Signature Programmes Kisan Bhaiyon Ke Liye is a fusion of folk songs and agri- information bulletins to convey important messages on social issues.

Innovations in Format Folk song format with agriculture messages.

Key Partners State Department of Agriculture, Govt of Madhya Pradesh supported the initial funding for infrastructure develop- ment & technical infrastructure. Presently revenue is gen- erated through advertisements and agri-related projects. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Kisan Vani Sironj Jitender Sharma, Rakesh Batham, Udham and Singh Kevat. Mandi Prangan, 30-09-2008 7 hours Begam Bag, Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh - 464228 07591-253942, 9319969042 [email protected] [email protected] Broadcast Timing 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Languages 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Hindi 55 Radio Awaaz Madhya Pradesh 91.2 MHz Genesis The Swami Vivekanand Shiksha Samiti has been dedicated to the development and growth of the community in all fields of human development over the past 25 years. In keeping with its philosophy, Radio Awaaz was launched on 5th February 2013.

Thematic Focus Agriculture, health, science, women’s issues, children’s issues, real life story and promotion of local talent.

Signature Programmes Krishi Mantra, Aap Ki Sehat, Abhivyakti, Aap Ki Chahat, etc.

Innovations in Format The CR station collaborates with Agriculture College for producing and broadcasting agriculture programmes as well as weather forecast capsules; collaborates with Anaj Mandi to flash rates for producers; collaborates with dis- trict agriculture department for coverage of their special agriculture events; and collaborates with district admin- istration and Zilla Panchayat for broadcasting their public interest notices.

Key Partners Local administration departments, farmer’s community, children and youths, women, students and local social workers.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Radio Awaaz Dhirendra Kushwaha, Sujoy Aich, Subham Chourasiya, Rajukhedi, 05-02-2013 17 hours Prakash Meena, Manisha, & Babulal. Shyampur Road, Sehore - 466 116, Madhya Pradesh 09425373168, 0755-2488171 CRMC Members www.fmradioawaaz.org 10 members including Panchayat representative, school Languages [email protected] teacher, farmers, youth, SHG members, poets, musicians Broadcast Timing Hindi and other 6:00AM - 11:00 PM community languages & CBO representatives. 56 Madhya Pradesh 90.8 MHz Radio Azad Hind Genesis Azad Hind Radio was the inspirational radio service started from Berlin, Germany, during India’s freedom struggle on 25th March 1942 under the leadership of Netaji Sub- has Chandra Bose. More recently, Radio Azad Hind was launched in Bhopal on March 25, 2012.

Thematic Focus Radio Azad Hind focuses on educating, creating aware- ness and safeguarding India’s rich heritage and culture and produces programmes on topics related to India’s free- dom struggle, freedom fighters, and martyrs, making it different from others.

Signature Programmes Bapu Katha, Akshay Nidhi, Choo Loo Asmaan , Sunheri Yaa- dein, Wagarth, Shabdo Ke Shilpkar, Yuva Shakti, Tathagat, Gyan Vigyan, Vatan Ka Raag , Hamari Asmita Hamari San- skriti, Radio Report, Aazadi Ke Mukdme, Sur Sagar, Aazad Hind, Aadi Vidrohi, Swasth Charcha, Shourya Gatha, etc.

Innovations in Format Magazine, fictional, and drama elements are experimented with as per the concept of the programme.

Key Partners More than 150 CR stations are tagged with Radio Azad Hind. Vatan Ka Raag programmes are shared with them.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Rajesh Prasad Mishra, Sanjay Yadav, E S Guha, Jawahar Lal Radio Azad Hind Shah, Pramod Sharma, Pramila Diwakar, Amit Kundani, 35 Rajiv Gandhi Parisar, 25-02-2012 15 hours Shyamala Hills, Farnaz Hasan, Monika Tiwari, Nikhil Varshney and others. Bhopal (India), 462 002 0755-2660563, 09826289379 CRMC Members www.radioazadhindfm.org Languages [email protected] Hindi, Urdu, Marathi, The committee members consist of writers, freedom fight- [email protected] Broadcast Timing Maalvi, Bundeli and ers, media persons, educationists and young people. 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Nimadi 57 Radio Chandra Shekhar Madhya Pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis Azaad Nagar (Bhabra) Radio Chandra Shekhar Azaad Nagar (Bhabra) gives voice to the community, which is usually unheard. The station was started to bring about social change and help tribal communities to preserve their culture and promote edu- cation to help the community to enrich itself. The station seeks to benefit communities like Patliya, Bhilala and Bhils. These communities do not have any access to modern means of communication in its own dialects.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on cultural preservation, health, edu- cation, entertainment, skill development, folk arts, etc.

Signature Programmes Badhte Kadam, Katha Kahani, Kheti Kisani, Bat Pate Ki, Doctor Ki Salha, Aapas Ni Vaat and Hamra Log.

Innovations in Format Innovative formats have been tried in Baat Pate Ni, which is a women and child health programme, and Hunar Hai To Kadar Hai, which is a skill development programme.

Key Partners Infrastructure for Radio Chandra Shekhar Azaad Nagar has been set up by Tribal Welfare Department, Vanya, Swaraj, UNFPA and other government departments. The future plan is to aim at self sustainability of the community radio station and increase the air time to 12 hours from 6 hours.

Radio Chandra Shekhar Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Azaad Nagar (Bhabra) 23-07-2011 10 hours Satish Kumar Singh, Hemant Choudhary and Sanjay. Shaskiya Utkrishta, Uchchatar Madhyamik Vidhyalaya, Bhabra Disst. Alirajpur, CRMC Members Satish Kumar Singh, Hemant Choudhary and Bharat Singh Madhya Pradesh 457 887 Broadcast Timing 08305444700, 09425935665 Languages Ajnar. [email protected]/ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM [email protected] 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Bhili 58 Madhya Pradesh 90.4MHz Radio Popcorn Genesis Radio Popcorn was established in the year 2008. It was set up with an aim to develop the personality and extracur- ricular activities of students and youth in the neighbouring areas. Thematic Focus The station focuses on students pursuing different streams of study like engineering, management, pharmacy, etc. Special attention is given to students who are weak in English language. Signature Programmes Career Guidance, which provides information about vari- ous careers and job opportunities, and guidance for bet- ter career options. English learning programme Spoken English is also popular as it’s helpful for all students and other listeners. Innovations in Format The programmes are designed in such a way that students get opportunity for live presentation. Other innovative programmes, which are handled by student volunteers, are based on group and panel discussions. Key Partners Key partners include students, faculties of St. Raphael Higher Secondary School, Government School, Udyan Society for Women Upliftment, etc. Core Team Mrityunjay Singhai, C S Iyer, Sakshi Namdeo, Mansi Dixit, Radio Popcorn Launch Date Broadcast Hours Naini Jain, Tagendra Sen, Pramod Rajvanshi, Rajeev Indo- RKDF Institute of Science & 14-02-2008 10 hours ria, and Pragyanand Gaikwad. Technology, NH-12, Hoshangabad Road, Misrod, Bhopal-462026, Madhya Pradesh CRMC Members 0755-4222904, 09893448220 Amarjeet Singh, Mrityunjay Singhai, Smita Shukla, Raj Rout www.visionbharat.com/radiopopcorn and Ashish Pandey. [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Hindi and English 59 Radio Sanskar Madhya Pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio Sanskar is participatory in nature and most of the programmes are developed with the participation of local community – right from ideation to production. Local folk singers visit the CR station with their groups to record their songs for listeners’ groups and produce new programmes.

Thematic Focus Agriculture, health, educational, comedy, etc.

Signature Programmes Jagran, Krishi Chopal, Chirayu, Gyanvani, Bat Pate Ki, Bal Phulvari, Hamari Dharohar, Samvad, Saphalta Ki Kahani, Hasi Ke Hasgulle, Yogpravartak, Vatan Ka Rag, Geet San- geet, etc.

Innovations in Format Innovative formats have been adopted in programming like interviews, radio drama, songs, jingles , etc.

Key Partners Agriculture Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh.

Core Team Ranjeet Singh Yadav, Santosh Patel, Puja Thakur, Arti Kahar, Arvindra Thakur and Dhannu Lal Yadav.

CRMC Members Pushplata Singh Patel, Raghvendra Singh Patel, Phalti Singh Patel, Shubhas Bhatiya, Hemlata Lodhi, Bharti Verma, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Radio Sanskar Jalam Singh Patel, Pratap Singh Patel, RK Khetrapal, Yatiraj Manegaon Tiraha, 01-05-2015 6 hours Khare, Shashi Gour, R L Meda, Abha Mishra, Rakesh Yadav Gundrae, Gotegaon, Narsinghpur - 487 001, and Balram Thakur. Madhya Pradesh +918720839714, +919425357127 [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Hindi and local 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM languages 60 Madhya Pradesh 90.4 MHz Vanya Radio Bijori Genesis Vanya Radio Bijori was set up to bring about social change and help the tribal communities like Bhariya Patalkot Aria to preserve their culture and promote education. Gram Bijori has been declared a tribal block. Since the station has become popular, the broadcast time is planned to be increased to 10 hours a day. The future plan is aimed at self-sustainability of the community radio station.

Thematic Focus While maintaining its focus on creating awareness on social and cultural issues, the station beams programmes related to cultural preservation, entertainment by folk singers, etc. Besides, programmes on health like Patalkot Ayurvedic are also popular.

Signature Programmes Bhariya (entertainment) and Baat Pate (women’s health), etc.

Innovations in Format Patalkot Ladlee Mamta is known for its innovative format.

Key Partners The infrastructure was set up and supported by Tribal Wel- fare Department, Vanya, Swaraj, and other government departments.

Core Team V K Dhufary, Ramkumar Saryam and Prakash Chandra Launch Date Broadcast Hours Dhurwey. Vanya Radio Bijori Govt Boys Adarsh Ashram Bijori, 26-08-2013 10 hours Chhindwara , CRMC Members Madhya Pradesh - 480559 Nahnu Lal Khamriy, Jaypal Khamriy, Bhaglu Bharti and 09424636097, 9424667114 [email protected] Koodulala Bharti. Broadcast Timing 6:00AM - 11:00 AM Languages 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Bharia and Hindi 61 Vanya Radio Chanda Madhya Pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis Vanya Radio Chanda was launched to address the needs of particularly the Pradan tribal community, which does not have any access to modern means of communication in their own dialects. The objective is also to help them pre- serve their culture.

Thematic Focus Cultural preservation, health & educational programmes, and entertainment programmes by folk singers.

Signature Programmes Tribal song based programmes like Karma, Dadariya, Sella, and Reena.

Innovations in Format Jankari Aapke Dwar is an innovative health programme.

Key Partners The infrastructure was set up by the Tribal Welfare Depart- ment, Vanya, Swaraj. Other government departments too have supported the radio station.

Core Team Mukund Sharma, Ravi Williams,Vinod Kanskar and Gopal Singh.

CRMC Members Jhanku Rathoriya, Ghasiram Davdiya, Dalsingh Davdiya, Vishnu Vatia, Totaram Davdiya, Thanulal Odariya, Fagu- Launch Date Broadcast Hours Vanya Radio Chanda ram Kushariya, Gulab Singh Dhurve, Budha Singh Odariya, Vanya Samudayik Radio Kendra, 24-07-2013 9 hours Amar Singh Davdiya and Bhob Singh Kukriya. Chanda, Dindori - 454010, Madhya Pradesh 9826010459, 9424688881 [email protected] [email protected] Broadcast Timing 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Languages 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Baigani 62 Madhya Pradesh 90.4 MHz Vanya Radio Chicholi Genesis Vanya Radio Chicholi is situated in the midst of a tribal community that lacks facilities for proper education and information. Facing near extinction, the Gond community needs to preserve its tradition and culture. The CR station is helping do that and also working to enhance awareness and knowledge of the community.

Thematic Focus Preservation of Gond community’s culture and traditions.

Signature Programmes Kisan Vanyni, Sukhi Jivan, Lokranjani, Hamara Gaon, etc.

Innovations in Format Mava Nar Maode Varta, which talks about the community villages and their culture.

Key Partners The infrastructure was set up by the Tribal Welfare Depart- ment. Other government departments are supporting content generation for programming.

Core Team Binori, Ajay Singh, Dhurvey and Neelam Guhiya.

CRMC Members B L Dhurve, Rakesh Ulke, Damji Parte, Mangalsi Dhurve, Gnaga Bai Dhurve, T R Ivhane, Sukhdev Gujre and Kailash Dhurve. Vanya Radio Chicholi Launch Date Broadcast Hours Shaskiya Utkrishta Uchchatar 10-05-2012 10 hours Madhyamik Vidhyalaya, Chicholi, Betul - 415 509, Madhya Pradesh 7145244208, 9425382104 [email protected] Broadcast Timing 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM Languages 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Gondi and Hindi 63 Vanya Radio Khalwa Madhya Pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis Vanya Radio Khalwa was started for the benefit of the Korku community, which lives in the border areas of Maharash- tra, since they have hardly any access to modern means of communication like newspapers, radio or TV. The com- munity radio station airs programmes in its own dialects.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on motivating and making the com- munity aware of the need to improve their lives, thoughts and actions by using local dialects for easy communication.

Signature Programme Kuposhan discusses problems of TB, malaria, cancer, etc., and shares with the community information about government facilities, etc.

Innovations in Format The innovative formats used by the station include on-field communication with different department officers to -dis seminate information on welfare schemes for community development.

Key Partners The infrastructure for the station was set up by the Tribal Welfare Department. Other organisations, which the radio station has partnered with include Vanya, Swaraj, UNFPA and government departments. The community radio station partners with the Tribal Welfare Department and other different government departments to sustain itself. Vanya Radio Khalwa Launch Date Broadcast Hours Samudayik Vanya Radio Kendra 01-11-2011 10 hours Core Team Khalwa, Shaskiya Utkrishta Uchchatar Madhyamik Vidhyalaya, Alka Upadhayay, Ajay Kumar Gour and Ritesh Verma. Khalwa, Khandwa - 450 117, Madhya Pradesh Broadcast Timing CRMC Members 07328 282500, 09479461275 Santosh, Surej, Mohan Lal, Gulab Singh and Rakesh. [email protected] 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM Languages 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Korku 64 Madhya Pradesh 90.8 MHz Vanya Radio Nalchha Genesis Vanya Radio Nalchha was started to help the local tribal communities preserve their culture and promote educa- tion and bring about social change. Since the community does not communicate with the outside world through modern means, the station was set up to enable them to communicate in their own dialect. Since the local commu- nity comprises mostly Bhils, they are the ones who have benefited in a major way from the services of community radio station.

Thematic Focus The thematic programmes focus on agriculture, cultural preservation, health and education. Entertainment pro- grammes like Lawani and Faag songs by folk singers too are aired.

Signature Programmes Jaana Apana Log Ne (talent hunt) and Kheti Kisani (agri- culture).

Innovations in Format Aaj Khaas, a programme on local issues, is popular because of its innovative format.

Core Team Santosh Yadav, Niraj Mishra and Santosh Vasunia.

CRMC Members Santosh Yadav, Raju Sharma, Jagdish Sharma, Ramu Bariya, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Bhagwan Sing, Manoj Kamdar, Ghanshyam Hatila, Chintu Vanya Radio Nalchha Verma, Kamal Verma. Govt. E. H.S.S. Nalchha 26-08-2013 8 hours Dist. Dhar (M.P.) - 454 010 08269040565, 7354743117, 07292280302 [email protected] Broadcast Timing 7:30 AM -11:30 AM Languages 4:00PM - 8:00 PM Hindi and Bhili 65 Vanya Radio Sesaipura Madhya Pradesh 90.8 MHz Genesis Vanya Radio Sesaipura was started to accelerate the development, education and preservation of the culture of the Sahariya community, which is a small tribal community living in villages and earning its livelihood agriculture.

Thematic Focus The station focuses on upliftment of tribal communities, health, education and culture, etc.

Signature Programmes Kheti Kisani, Katha Kahani, Stanya Logo Se Varta, Lokgeet, Sedhi Baat, etc.

Innovations in Format Batiya Na Bayho is drama-based programme on tribal child marriage. Under Sedhi Baat, the District Collector creates awareness about government programmes and schemes amongst local community. Vanya Radio Sesaipura also facilitates community to avail benefits of Udbana Sichayi Yojana. At least 150 families of 11 villages are taking advan- tage of this project.

Key Partners The infrastructure was set up by Tribal Welfare Depart- ment. Other supporters include organisations like Vanya, Swaraj, etc.

Core Team S P Bhargav, Rohit Niranjan and Umesh. Vanya Radio Sesaipura Launch Date Broadcast Hours Government HSC School, 31-05-2012 10 hours Sesaipura, Sheopur - 451 897, CRMC Members Madhya Pradesh S P Bhargav, Rajkumar Gujar, Guddibai Adiwasi, Ramesh 08103327222, 08878947020 Sharma, Parmal Adiwasi, Mamata Shivhare, Prahalad Adi- [email protected] Broadcast Timing wasi and representatives from the advisory committee, 6:30 AM - 11:30 AM Languages management committee, school (principal), station man- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Hindi and Shehariya ager and station staff. 66 Maharashtra 90.4 MHz Green CR Genesis Sangli needed a platform to promote local artists and their work. Besides, there was a need to disseminate agricul- ture related information to the community of farmers. So, Sasneha Kala Krida Mandal initiated the process to set up Sangli’s first local community radio station.

Thematic Focus The station covers themes like agriculture, health, educa- tion, social justice, culture and youth.

Signature Programmes Haritkranti, Maza Shivar @Green CRS, Udyache Super- star, Kydyach Bola, Education Helpline, Youth Corner, Dena Samajach Howu Utrai, etc.

Innovations in Format Sangli City is home to a community focused on arts. Green CR caters to them through a special programme titled Udyache Superstar (upcoming superstar). In an interesting format used for Chapter Bandya (a small mischievous boy), listeners send their messages whose contents are then dramatised into this comedy programme.

Core Team Shivaji Mohite, Prajakta Shah, Medha Sovani, Vaishali Khe- budkar and Mandar Lale.

CRMC Members Shivaji Mohite, Prajakta Shah, B A Chogule, Vishal Mag- Launch Date Broadcast Hours dum, Prabhakar Gurav, V J Khambalkar, Shivraj Yadav and Green CR Rajesh Halyal. Shiv Pavilion, (Basement), Near Ram 22-08-2010 19 hours Mandir, Sangli Miraj Road, Sangli, Maharashtra–416 416 +91233-2322012/+919604111001 www.greenfm.techmindinfo.com [email protected], [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 5:30 AM - 12:30 AM Marathi and Hindi 67 KVK Pravara CR Maharashtra 90.8 MHz Genesis KVK Pravara CR was established in 2008 though the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) working in Ahmednagar since 1993. The KVK (PIRENS) is a small institute, but it caters to the entire neighbourhood population. The KVK reaches the maximum number of people with the help of Information Communication Technology (ICT). Thematic Focus Though the major focus of the organisation is on agricul- ture, yet other themes like health, education, rural devel- opment and local culture too are covered. Signature Programmes Programmes related to agriculture and rural development, which are mostly demand driven and problem oriented are developed. College Katta (for students), Paravarchya Gappa (for farmers), Bharari (for entrepreneurs), Women (in agri- culture) elicits very good response. The daily live phone-in progamme Gappa Tumchya Aamchya is very popular. Innovations in Format Talks with scientists of KVK on emerging problems and talks with successful agripreneurs, etc., concept-based motiva- tion programmes on current issues are also being aired.

Key Partners Educational institutions, medical institutes, colleges, private businesses, village Panchayats, farmer groups, women SHGs, agriculture industries and persons are KVK Pravara CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours involved in overall rural development. Krishi Vigyan Kendra (PIRENS), 01-10-2009 8 hours Core Team Babhaleshwar, Rahata, Ahmednagar (MS) - 413 737 Bhaskar Gaiwkad, Yaman Pulate and radio volunteers. 9921809110 www.kvk.pravara.com CRMC Members [email protected] Broadcast Timing All the institutes related to agriculture, health, education Languages 11:00 AM- 3:00 PM and rural development are involved in CRMC. 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Marathi 68 Maharashtra 90.4 MHz Manndeshi Tarang Vahini Genesis Manndeshi Tarang Vahini is a brain-child of Mann Deshi Foundation Mhaswad for Manndeshi Community and preservation of its culture and folklore. Thematic Focus Thematic focus is mostly to preserve the Manndeshi culture through radio programme and change people’s views about water, literacy, organic farming, health aware- ness, and Govt. schemes. Signature Programmes Daily Devotional programmes in morning. Malavarche Shivar for farmers, Gammat Jammat for children, Sakhi Sajani for women, Tarunai for young and Radio Doctor on health. Innovations in Format Manndeshi Mai radio programme focuses on women who devote their life to children, education, sports, busi- ness, farming. Govt Schemes are popularized by Shanshan Aplya Dari. Then there is Jalayukta Shivar – an awarness programme on water conversation. Key Partners Ideosync Media Combine, Development Alternatives, Dis- trict Information Office, Satara, Election Dept. Khatava-Man, District TB Forum, Health Dept, Mann Tahashil, Panchayat Samiti Mann, Dahiwadi College. Core Team Chetana Sinha, Vijay Sinha, Arati Gavade, Shailaja Khade, Manndeshi Tarang Launch Date Broadcast Hours Kondabai Sonavane, Jitendra Bansode and Balasaheb Vahini 17-11-2008 8 hours Balavant. Mhaswad, Man, Satara - 415 509 02373-270400; 9403704767, CRMC Members 8862071067 Broadcast Timing Chetana Sinha, Javahar Deshamane, Rekha Kulkarni, www.manndeshi.org 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM [email protected] 12.30 PM - 2.30 PM Languages Vanita shinde, Shilpa Desai, Tejasvani Vorha, Ravindra [email protected] Shaha, Samir Tamboli and Shivaji Yadav. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Marathi 69 MUST Radio Maharashtra 107.8 MHz Genesis The vision of MUST radio is to use radio as a tool to impart information and knowledge and enrich the lives of its listen- ers. Through active involvement of locals in and around the campus areas, it aims to empower and reach its listeners with information on local bodies, state and central government schemes/projects. Thematic Focus Education, health, culture, languages, peace, harmony, agriculture and growth, natural resource management, cultural heritage, environment and climate changes, etc. Signature Programmes Maths in Sports on Radio (supported by the Department of Science & Technology), Inspiring Gurus (initiated by the Vice Chancellor); and Haat Nai Lavaicha (a joint venture of MUST Radio and Akshara Foundation.) Innovations in Format Radio magazines are produced with specific content from workshops and seminars. Special songs are produced for programmes like mathematics in sports. Key Partners Askhara Foundation, Indian Knowledge Foundation, Kapila Khandwala College of Education, Jagriti Yatra, Shekru, US Consulate, Australian Consulate, PATH, British Council Sav- ing Life, SIES College (NSS unit), various schools and colleges. Core Team MUST Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours Sanjay Deskhmukh (Vice-Chancellor), Neeraj Hatekar, 3rd Floor, Ranade Bhavan, 29-02-2008 13 hours Vivek Patkar, Rajni Mathur, Vivek Belhekar, Pankaj Atha- Vidyanagri, Kalina, University of wale and Radhakrinshnan Pillai. Mumbai, Santacruz East, Mumbai - 400 098 022-26525366/67, 9869164174 CRMC Members www.mustradio.in Languages Kiran Sawant, Nilesh Potdar, Sachin Shirke, Ashish Bha- [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, English and tia, Vishwajit Marathe, Prashant Bais, Priyal Panchal, Pinky 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Marathi Rajoria, Sneha Chanotra, Samartha Savnekar and others. 70 Maharashtra 90.4 MHz Radio FTII Genesis The Film & Television Institute of India, which is an autono- mous institution of the Ministry of Information & Broad- casting, applied for a community radio licence in 2003. Trial broadcasting commenced on 1st June 2006 and regular broadcasting started on 29th January 2007.

Thematic Focus The community radio station focuses on cultural uplift- ment, women’s empowerment, day to day life in Pune, and film education.

Signature Programmes Amhi Mahila (change-makers), Manatle Saare (radio diary), Je Na Dekhe Ravi, and Chanderi Padadya Mage.

Innovations in Format Programmes are made in all formats.

Key Partners Daksha Mahila Samuha (a group of grassroot level women in Pune) and Change Makers.

Core Team Sanjay J Chandekar, Sonal Inamdar, Neeta Tupare and Somnath Waghmare.

CRMC Members Prashant Pathrabe (Director), U C Bodke (Registrar), R N Pathak (Dean TV) Ashwin Sonone, Sanjay Chandekar, Vish- Launch Date Broadcast Hours was Nerlekar, Neeta Tupare, Arati Apte, Prashant Pund, Radio FTII Neela Vidwans, Bhairavi Purandare and Arati Shahade. Film & Television Institute of India, 29-01-2007 8 hours Law College Road, Pune - 411004 020 – 2542 904, 9423007993 www.ftiindia.com [email protected] [email protected] Languages Broadcast Timing Marathi, Hindi and 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM English 71 Radio Mast Maharashtra 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio Mast beams from the multilingual and multi-cultural city of Malegaon, which is called the Manchester City of Maharashtra. Malegaon has a mixed population, mostly working class from power loom, handloom and weaving industries, which keep the city awaken for 24 hours. So on- air edutainment of Radio Mast has become a companion for the residents of Malegaon.

Thematic Focus Local affairs and issues related to students, community, education, health & hygiene, culture, languages, literature, music, social awareness, communal harmony, agriculture, weaving industry, women’s empowerment and growth, etc.

Signature Programmes Malegaon, Mix Masala, Fresh Afternoon, Tea Time, College Katta, Bhuli Bisari Yaadein, Yaad-e-Malegaon, Halla Bol and Global Shivaar.

Innovations in format 24x7 broadcast, phone-in programmes, fun-in-education.

Core Team Prashant Bachhav, Rakesh Pagar, Ujjwala Pawar, Mahesh Hasalkar, Rizwan Qureshi and Nikhil Tade.

CRMC members Sampadaa Hiray, Ramesh K. Deore, Prashant Bachhav, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Radio Mast Subhash Nikam, Ujjwala Deore and representatives from Loknete Vyankatrao Hiray Marg, 20-07-2011 24 hours parent institution. Malegaon Camp, Nasik - 423 105, Maharashtra +91 2554 255 255, +91 77200 20774, Languages +91 77200 20772, +91 77200 90774 Marathi, Hindi, [email protected] Broadcast Timing English, Urdu, Ahirani, Round-the-clock Khandeshi, etc. 72 Maharashtra 90.4 MHz Radio MGIRI Genesis Mahatma Gandhi Institute for Rural Industrialization (MGIRI) is a national institute under the Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises Ministry, Government of India. The Rural Craft and Engineering Department of MGIRI made efforts in 2010-11 to set up a community radio station “to promote rural entrepreneurship/ village industries, health awareness, legal literacy, literacy and women’s empower- ment, etc.” Thematic Focus Rural entrepreneurship / village industries, development, agriculture, health, sanitation, hygiene, women’s empow- erment and education. Signature Programmes Maza Gaon Maze Shivar, Swamini, Seva Bhav, Krushi Jagar, Shetkaryachi Yashogatha, Krushi Sandesh, Yuva Vishva, and Balvihar.

Innovations in Format Interviews, straight talks, discussions, drama, bhajans, folk songs and music. Key Partners Kasturba Health Society, Sevagram, Vaidyakiya, Janjagruti Manch, and KVK Shelsura. Core Team Amol U Deshmukh, Nitin Lohakare, Mayuri Pandit, Suhas Ingale, Vaishali Joge and Abhilash Ghime. Radio MGIRI Launch Date Broadcast Hours CRMC Members Mahatma Gandhi Institute for Rural 22-04-2013 10 hours P B Kale, K V Rao , M. Patnayak , K R Yadav, Tapas Ranjan Industrialization, Maganwadi, Ramnagar, Wardha-442001 Kar, H D Sinnur, T Das Gupta, Pragati Gokhale and Aprajita 9665041123, 07152-252599 Vardhan. www.mgiri.org Broadcast Timing [email protected] 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Languages 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Marathi and Hindi 73 Radio Nagar Maharashtra 90.4 MHz Genesis Snehalaya, an NGO working for women and children in distress, felt the need to have a medium to reach a larger number of people. So, a community radio station was set up to create more awareness on the issues the organisa- tion espoused. It provided a platform to all community members to air their voices on various issues. Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on women, children, health and cul- tural development. Signature Programmes Nagri Misal (a live show on public issues, community health awareness, environment issues, educational programmes) and Snehwarta (success stories of HIV positive patients, and health awareness information for sex workers and child laborers, etc). Innovations in Format Innovative formats have been tried in Bindhast Bol (a plat- form for everyone to raise voice on different issues ranging from social problems to emotional issues, life experiences, etc.) and Jagruti (a programme creating awareness and solutions for day to day queries related to health, food adulteration, automobile maintenance, traffic rules, elec- tronic gadgets, etc.) Core Team Rupali Deshmukh, Priti Bhombe, Tejashri Fulsonder, Akankasha Girme, Amol Salve, Sidhant Khanagle, Prashant Launch Date Broadcast Hours Radio Nagar Jathar and Suraj Solse. Dr Adkar Balkalyan Sankul, 13-01-2011 24 hours Lendkar Mala, Balikashram Road, CRMC Members Ahmednagar, Maharashtra - 414001 02142321904, 7743980353 A management committee consisting of some members www.snehalaya.org from the board of directors of parent NGO, along with staff [email protected] members of Radio Nagar, representatives of local commu- Broadcast Timing Languages nity members, etc. Round-the-clock Marathi and Hindi 74 Maharashtra 90.8 MHz Radio VatsaGulm Genesis A completely community base radio station, Radio Vatsa- Gulm focuses on education and agriculture for the better- ment of the local community.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on education, agriculture and women’s empowerment.

Signature Programmes Kisano Ki Baat, Radio Vatsagulm Ke Sath, Gyan Ki Baat Masti Ke Sath, Arogya Warta, Duniya Bachpan Ki, and Yuwak Jagruti.

Innovations in Format Most of the programming content is developed by the local community like farmers and students.

Core Team Mohd Shoeb, Irfan Sayyad, Dev Ingole, Sandip Gharde, Abdul Waheed and Pratik Tanmane.

CRMC Members Mohd Shoeb, Mohd Yusuf, Mohd Ibrahim, Irfan Sayed, DevIngole and Pratik Tanmane.

Radio VatsaGulm Launch Date Broadcast Hours Hingoli Road (Near water tank and 30-03-2015 10 hours in front of Gote College), Washim, Maharashtra - 444505 09970033445 [email protected] Broadcast Timing 7:00 AM -12: 00PM Languages 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Mararthi and Hindi 75 Radio Vishwas Maharashtra 90.8 MHz Genesis Since Radio Vishwas broadcasts various programmes for the development and growth of the community, it involves community members in the process of programme pro- duction. Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on law, women’s empowerment, health, and children’s development. Signature Programmes Baloo On Air (social issues facing common people), Jidn- yasa Manamanachi (famous people about their journey, successes and failures, life’s ups and downs), Muze Pankh De Do (for women victims of domestic violence and social problems), and Swant Sukhay (doctors on health issues). Innovations in Format Radio Vishwas contributes in ensuring safety and manag- ing traffic during Kumbh mela by providing live updates relayed through 1,700 public address systems placed at Try- ambakeshwar and Nashik. Training sessions for policemen on how to podcast on radio and PA systems are arranged. Key Partners Government agencies like the Collector’s Office, Commissioner’s Office, Maharashtra Chambers of Com- merce, Industry and other agricultural agencies. Core Team Rajesh Hivre, Vivekraj Thakur, Krupanand Jadhav, Dha- Radio Vishwas Launch Date Broadcast Hours nashree Dharankar-Ghate, Prashant Patil, Soham Shahane, Vishwajyoti Apartments, 10-08-2011 24 hours Saurabh Toche, Sanjay Desai, Sagar Nagare, Ratna Kunvar Behind Prakash Petrol Pump, and Suvarna Sharma. Govind Nagar, Mumbai Naka, Nashik-422009 0253-2472626, 9028089000 CRMC Members [email protected] Kailas Shankarrao, Kamod Deepali, Ashok Mankar, Smita Broadcast Timing Languages Satish Gaidhani, Sudha Sunil Mehta, Mangesh Kamalakar, Round-the-clock Marathi and Hindi Panchakshari, Usha Hemant Karpe and others. 76 Maharashtra 90.8 MHz Sharada Krishi Vahini Genesis Sharada Krishi Vahini provides listeners with a bouquet of programmes presented in creative formats that capture the interest of a community of listeners. In doing so, it has intro- duced scientific farming practices. The Government of India (ICAR) established Krishi Vigyan Kendra whose objectives are to increase the productivity in agriculture and allied enterprises, to generate self-employment and to improve the socio-economic status of the respective community. Thematic Focus Agricultural, education, health, social and allied issues

Signature Programmes Abhaugwani, Arogyadhan, Baliraja Tuzyasathi, Krishisand- esh, Tantra Shetiche, Yashogatha, Kilbil, and Phone-in.

Innovations in Format For delivering information on agricultural and allied sub- jects, Sharada Krishi Vahini uses dramas on agricultural issues, expert talks for providing solutions to farmers’ problems and phone-in programmes for real time partici- pation, and radio magazines.

Key Partners State Government, RICH, Central Government, Govern- ment Schools, NGOs, etc.

Core Team Shirsikar Sunil, Deepak Pati, Asha More, Yogesh Dhangar, Nanasaheb Salve , Rohini Kuchekar, Anand Darveshi, Kashid Sharada Krishi Vahini Launch Date Broadcast Hours Priyanka Lalasaheb, Shraddha Unde and Sunita Kulkarni. Malegaon Colony, 18-01-2011 12 hours Sharadanagar, Baramati, Pune-413115 CRMC Members 02112-254727, 09422519189 Syed Shakir Ali, Vishnupant Hingane, Jadhav RS, Santosh www.kvkbaramati.com [email protected] Barkade, Shivajirao Pawar, Hindurao Bhoite and Sangram Broadcast Timing Languages Taware. 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Marathi 77 Swaranant CRS Maharashtra 90.4 MHz Genesis Swaranant CRS broadcasts programmes on various sub- jects including education, health, employment, entrepre- neurship, agriculture and finance. The radio station also imparts knowledge on natural resource management, cul- tural heritage, and climate change.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on agriculture technology, youth, children, women self help groups, etc.

Signature Programmes Krishi Sandesh, Arogya Sadhna, and Shetachya Bandhawar.

Innovations in Format Phone-ins and phone-out formats are used. Besides, dramas and play acts too are used.

Core Team Ramrao Bodkhe, Vithal Nalegaonkar, Vinayak Sanap and Nanda Dhande.

Swaranant CRS Launch Date Broadcast Hours KVK Campus, Risod, 17-08-2010 6 hours Washim, Maharashtra - 444526 07251_206511, 07218985897 www.kvkwashim.com [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Marathi, Hindi and 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM English 78 Maharashtra 90.4 MHz Vasundhara Krishi Vahini Genesis Vasundhara Krishi Vahini seeks to enable a “farmer to listen to a farmer” by providing a common platform to farmers to discuss their issues on agriculture through this medium. The Baramati Vidya Pratisthan Institute of Information Technology initiated this narrowcast beaming of air waves. Thematic Focus Agriculture and farming subjects, children, education, and women’s empowerment. There is special focus on creating awareness on laws, health and good governance. Signature Programmes Bhaktisangeet, Vachal Tar Vachal, Shetipathashala, Pashudhan, Samarangini, K- Kayadyacha, Pratibimb, etc. Innovations in Format The radio station has experimented with different formats like Karbhari and Karbharin in Pratibimb. This format was also successfully used to spotlight successful farmers in Bhumiputra and Samarangini. Shetipathashala programme is in radio discussion format. A club for women listeners called the Vasundhara Mahila Manch has also been started. Key Partners The Parent Trust and the World Bank funded the procure- ment of technical items. Though the station is sustaining on local advertisements, the station is also earning rev- enue from DAVP and various ground activities. Core Team Yuvaraj Jadhav, Rajashri Agam, Chandrashekhar Kamble Vasundhara Krishi Vahini Launch Date Broadcast Hours and Jayprakash Patil. Community Radio Centre, 01-05-2004 12 hours Vidyapratisthan, Vidyanagri, MIDC, CRMC Members Baramati - 413 133 02112-239558 / 9881761891 Amol Goje, Sanjay Jagtap, Yuvaraj Jadhav, Rajashri Agam, www.radiovasundhara.com Machnindranath Mhetre, D R Kachare, Shubham Ghatge, [email protected], Broadcast Timing Anil Holkar and Prajakta Kulkarni. [email protected], 6:00 AM -12:00 PM Languages [email protected] 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM Marathi 79 Vidyavani CR Maharashtra 107.4 MHz Genesis Radio is an effective and modern tool for any extension objective. Driven by this philosophy, Vidyavani CR focuses in a big way on the extension of knowledge, information and education for overall betterment of the community.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus of the content of programmes is on women’s empowerment, education extension and infor- mation, youth community and local governance.

Signature Programmes Vichardhan, Aarogya Sampada, Manav Adhikar, and Raag Ranjan.

Innovations in Format The station has taken up Common Programme Project (CPP), which entails programme production on some com- mon issues of the community and exchange of these pro- grammes with the community radio network.

Key Partners Aarogya Vibhag (Health Department, State Government), Agromet Committee, Adult Education Department, Human Rights Education Programme, etc.

Core Team Anand Deshmukh, Mahesh Jagtap, Shridatta Gaikwad and Mahesh Jagtap. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Vidyavani CR CRMC Members 2nd Floor EMRC Building, 11-06-2005 13 hours Madhuri Dhamale, Vancharam Masule, Pankaj Savadtkar, Near Administrative Building, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Dhananjay Dombale, Monica Sawase, Gopal Kondagurle Pune - 411 007 and Punjaram Katkar. (020) 25690800, 8007059090, 9657998734 Languages vidyavani.unipune.ac.in Broadcast Timing Marathi, Hindi and [email protected] 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM English 80 Maharashtra 91.2 MHz Yeralavani CR Genesis The Yeralavani community is geographically scattered. People of the community have hardly any access to infor- mation. Yeralavani CR seeks to provide them with informa- tion and entertainment.

Thematic Focus Primary focus is on agricultural through programmes like Krushi Jagat, Krushi Pravachan, and Krushi Varta.

Signature Programmes Vividha and Apala Awaj.

Innovations in format Spots are used for dramatization of messages based on behaviour change in community. Project Akshay focuses on pro-treatment behavior during TB’s second phase.

Core Team Ashwini Khadilkar, Khitija Kelkar and Nita Joshi.

CRMC Members Uday Godbole, Anuradha Kunte, Rahul Kamble, Tukaram P. Bhonsale, Vishwanath B. Kundale, Rupali R. Potdar, Bebi H. Methedar, Alka M Jadhav, Shakila L Mulla, Vaishali N Lad, Vitthal M Jamkhandi, Anil Pawar, Shivaji P Biradar, Suma P Kulkarni.

Yeralavani CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Yerala Bhavan 31-07-2011 10 hours and (Near Tata Petrol Pump), Miraj Road, 30 minutes Sangli - 416415, Maharashtra, 0233-2675918, 9423035952 www.yerala.org [email protected], Broadcast Timing [email protected] 6:00 AM - 11:30 AM Languages 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Marathi and Kannada 81 Radio Kissan Odisha 90.8 MHz Genesis Radio Kissan aims at focusing on local issues of livelihood, mobilizing local resources, harnessing community expe- riences, conducting community consultation and seeking participation in local governance to empower the local communities. Thematic Focus Agriculture & rural development, women’s empowerment, local livelihood challenges and participatory prepared- ness, and promoting traditional art & culture. Signature Programmes Asa Chasa Kariba (Let us farm), Eei Ama Adhikar (It is our right), Ame Apanka Sathire (We are with you), Ama Gos- thi Ama Pragati (Our group, our success), Ama Kala Ama Sanskriti (Our art and our culture), and Eei Amari Gaan (It is our village). Innovations in Format Live programmes are organised for experts and listeners. Demo studio programmes are produced to sensitise to community to the benefit CR activities. Key Partners KVK-Khordha, ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar District Agricul- ture Project (Govt. of Odisha), National Skill Development Council (Govt of India), Ideosync Media Combine and other stakeholders like youth clubs, farmers’ clubs, etc. Core Team Radio Kissan Launch Date Broadcast Hours Pradeepta Kumar Dutta, Narendra Behera, Prasant Dutta, Athantar, Balipatna, 20-01-2012 10 hours Bibhudatta Mohanty, Gitanjali Behera, Sangram Mohapa- Khordha, tra, Subhadra Jena, Akshaya Behera and others. Odisha -752 102 0674-2462064, 9938103885 www.radiokissan.org Broadcast Timing CRMC Members [email protected] 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM Pradeepta Kumar, Dutta Narendra Behera, Gitanjali Behera, [email protected] 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Languages Sarojini Dash, Krushna Chandra Bhoi, Punnananda Behera, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Odia, Hindi and English Basanti Bhoi, Puspalata Nayak and Kanhu Charan Mallik. 82 Odisha 90.4 MHz Radio Muskan Genesis Kandhamal is one of the core tribal districts of Odisha and Radio Muskan addresses the basic needs of the com- munity in the areas of education, health, sanitation, etc, through effective and efficient communication facilitation. Thematic Focus Agriculture, environment, health, women’s empowerment, forest rights, tribal livelihood and natural resource man- agement. Signature Programmes Phulbani Express (Phulbani), Kabi O Kabita (community poets & poems), Ama Katha Ama Kahani (our success story), Ame Apananka Sathire (we are with you), Amari Swasthya Ama Sampada (our health), and Badu Bena Mande Gaadinga (in Kui tribal language). Innovations in Format Live programmes and spot discussions are organized with the help of experts, extension functionaries and listeners. Regular community development discussions and content preparations are done in consultation with the community. Key Partners ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture (Bhu- baneswar), District Agriculture Project, Transport Office, K V Hist College and other stakeholders like community groups, youth clubs, farmers’ clubs, etc. Core Team Dhaneswar Sahoo, Manas Ranjan Behera, Minati Panda, Radio Muskan Launch Date Broadcast Hours Sibani Swar, Prabhati Panda, Chaturbhuja Mahakuda and Masterpada, Phulbani, 15-08-2012 15 hours Sushant Kumar Sahoo. Kandhamal, Odisha -762 001 06842-253083, 9437631934 CRMC Members www.radiomuskan.org Dhaneswar Sahoo, Sadananda Behera, Tankadhar Bhoi, [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages Sukant Kmar, Hemant Kumar Das, Santosh Kumar Das, 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM Odia, Hindi, English Sadasiv Patra, Prabhat Kumar Pattnaik and others. 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM and Kui 83 Radio Namaskar Odisha 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio Namaskar caters to farmers, fishermen and more than 4,000 boat dwellers inside the Bay of Bengal. For its innovative and people-centric effective broadcasting, the station has received two National Community Radio Awards (First Prize), South Asia Manthan Award, South Asia mBillionth Award, Laadli Award & Vodafone Mobiles for Good Finalist Award. Thematic Focus Local self governance, human rights, minority and dalit rights, information & education, disaster management, protection of indigenous trade & culture. Signature Programmes Janata Darbar (citizens’ court), Chasa Basa Katha (agriculture), Jana Soochana (information on government programmes), Hala Chal (interactive discussion), Ajira Nari (women’s rights), Yuba Barta (youth), Chala Gaon Ku Jiba (village, prob- lems), Angya Namaskar (interview with noted personalities), Chithhi Paichhu (letter from listeners) and more. Innovations in Format The village listener units finalise the concept and the content. A dedicated phone-line with an auto recording system has also been tagged with the station to directly involve community members. Key Partners The Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Science & Technol- ogy, and DAVP. Radio Namaskar Launch Date Broadcast Hours Konark, Puri, 12-02-2010 12 hours Core Team Odisha -752 111 A team of 12 full time and 17 part-time community people 09040904904 / 06758-236471 www.radionamaskar.in are engaged in running the station. [email protected] Broadcast Timing CRMC Members 7:00 AM -1:00 PM Languages More than a dozen core members are drawn from different 4:00 PM -10:00PM Odia,Telugu and Hindi fields like music, literature, agriculture, teaching, etc. 84 Odisha 90.4 MHz Radio Surabhi Genesis Radio Surabhi was set up with the aim to build a strong sense of identity and unity among community members for collectively raising their concerns and taking actions to find solutions to their problems through this medium.

Thematic Focus Gender equity, inclusive education, and agriculture, liveli- hood & skill development, governance, health & disability, art & culture and youth.

Signature Programmes Siksha Diksha (education), Chasa Basa (agriculture & allied services), Gyana Bigyan (knowledge & science), Jibika (live- lihood), Mo Gaon-Mo Jibana (my village, my life), Kala O Kalpana (arts), Kids World and Youth Time.

Innovations in Format Formats are based on participatory and consultative deci- sion making process with the community.

Key Partners ATMA, Odisha; Ministry of Agriculture & Co-operation, Govt of India; Department of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Odisha; District & Block Administration; National Rural Livelihood Mission; Panchayati Raj Department; Kri- shi Vigyan Kendra; OUAT, Odisha; Department of School & Mass Education; and civil society organisations.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Shisir Kumar Das, Amrita Lall, Sarmila Patnaik, Ritoban Das, Radio Surabhi Karunakar Behera, Smitarani Sahoo and Manoranjan Behera. Plot No.-1602/1611, 01-05-2015 8 hours Daspalla, Khamarasahi, Nayagarh, CRMC Members Odisha - 752 091, India. A seven-member management committee team repre- 09437051145, 09437411815 www.iiec-odisha.org Broadcast Timing sents various backgrounds like agriculture, literature, mass [email protected] 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM Languages communication and music, etc. 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Odia,Hindi and English

85 Radio Swayamshakti Odisha 90.4 MHz Genesis Khariar has a cultural history dating back to more than 300 years. Fuedal culture and unscientific cultural practices are still prevalent because of low literacy. Radio Swayamshakti was launched to address such challenges and to reach maximum people directly. Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on health, education, culture, devel- opment, environment, and rights-based advocacy. Signature Programmes Nagar Parikrama, Wa Baba, Campus, Baid, and Gaon Mati. Innovations in Format Programmes like Nagar Prikrama, Wa Baba and Gaon Mati are innovative in format. Nagar Prikrama is a round up, providing people a platform to voice their opinions, infor- mation about activities, events or programmes happen- ing around them. Wa Baba is a compilation of messages, voices and thoughts sourced from the social media and disseminated to the community. In Gaon Mati villagers dis- cuss their issues. They not only identify the points of pride but also identify the issues confronting their villages. Many a times solutions have been found in these get-togethers which motivates people. The problems of the villagers are shared with the district administration. Key Partners Women SHGs, youth clubs volunteers, college & school students, and community leaders. Radio Swayamshakti Launch Date Broadcast Hours NH – 59, Padampur, 01-07-2015 8 hours Core Team Khariar – 766 107, Biswajit Padhi, Pabitra Mohana Pradhan and Silpa Rekha. Nuapada, Odisha, India 06671- 224110, 9437072910 [email protected] CRMC Members Broadcast Timing Biswajit Padhi, Pabitra Mohana Pradhan, Silpa Rekha, 8:00 AM- 12:00 PM Languages Meena Shah, Chandramayee Bishi, Guna Sagar Patel and 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM Odia, Koshali and Hindi Sumati Sunani. 86 Puducherry 91.2 MHz PudiyaUdayam Genesis PudiyaUdayam was set up for helping the village people in all aspects by SARVAM which conducts programmes for women to improve their standard of life. The CR sta- tion caters to the need of awareness on various aspects by airing motivational programmes on livelihood activi- ties, health and sanitation awareness, helping the village women to avail loans in banks for improving their liveli- hood activities, etc.

Thematic Focus Women and children, labourers, students, farmers and senior citizens.

Signature Programmes Magalir Ulagam (for women), Nalamaai Vaazhvom (health), Thozhlaalar Ulagam (safety and legal awareness for labourers and their success stories), Uzhavar Man- dram Farmers (messages and guidance for cultivation), Vazhikaatti (employment news for educated and unedu- cated people), Senthamizh Paattu (folk songs by villagers), Chinnanjiru Malargal (for street children).

Innovations in Format In Kaatru Vaakkil, villagers discuss issues concerning all community members like women, children, labourers, sen- ior citizens, etc.

Core Team K Senthil Kumar, Nadesan Balamurugan and Ilandjejiane. PudiyaUdayam Launch Date Broadcast Hours Bangalamedu, Perambai, 24-11-2015 6 hours CRMC Members Vanur T K, Villupuram, R Mannangatti, M Sambasivam, D Guru, M Kalaiarasi, Tamil Nadu - 605 110 K Gugan, T Sengeniyammal and K Gunasundari. 944 22 30909, 0413-2330331 www.sarvam.aurosociety.org [email protected] Broadcast Timing [email protected] 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Languages 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tamil

87 Puduvai Vaani CRS Puducherry 107.8 MHz Genesis Puduvai Vaani CRS aims at creating awareness amongst its listeners to improve their life by informing, enlightening, educating and entertaining them. The idea of setting up a CR station came after seeing adverse effects of Tsunami. Pondicherry University felt the need to equip communities with information on precautionary measures in times of a warning or a disaster. Thematic Focus Women’s empowerment, communal harmony, health and education. It also broadcasts practical session for students. Signature Programmes Namadhu Thiran Namadhu Bharatham (skill develop- ment), Ungalai Thedi (live), Ilamai Vaasal (youth), Arivom Aangilam (English learning), Ariviyal Ulagam (science), Mangayar Cholai (women), Samudhaya Sirpigal - Anub- hava Muthukkal (experiences shared by senior citizen), and Kalvi Ulagam (employment). Innovations in Format Drama format, which has been used along with special effec ts to make programmes on historical novels (Radio Novel). Key Partners Various departments of Pondicherry University, NGOs like PMSSS and HOPE, Kolping Matriculation Higher Second- ary School, Department of Science & Technology, Govt of Puducherry, Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences, Community College and Pondicherry University. Puduvai Vaani CRS Launch Date Broadcast Hours Convention-cum-Cultural Complex, 27-12-2008 8 hours Core Team Pillaichavady, V Santhi Siri, Karthikeyan, Ejoumale, K Prakash, Pandiarajan Pondicherry University, Puducherry- 605 014 and Radhy. 0413 – 2654349/350, 9442209256 www.pondiuni.edu.in Languages CRMC Members [email protected] Broadcast Timing Tamil, Telugu, English, V Santhi Siri, Karthikeyan, K Prakash, B Dhanalakshmi, [email protected] 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hindi and French A P Sangeetha, Anita, Selva Rani, Vanitha and others. 88 Punjab 90.4 MHz Avtar Radio Genesis Avtar Radio is the first community radio station estab- lished in this rural area. Avtar Radio is run by students and community members from the nearby villages in Jalandhar. It was set up by Ek Onkar Charitable Trust Nirmal Kuteya under the leadership of Sant Balbir Singh Ji Seechewal on the premises of Sant Avtar Singh Memorial College on November 10, 2012.

Thematic Focus Avtar Radio is playing an important role in spreading information about environmental preservation, techni- cal education, eradication of social evils and supersti- tions, communal harmony and women’s empowerment.

Signature Programmes Pind Punjab De, Radio Nama, Kudrat Vani, Mulakat, Navian Pairhan, Zindiginama, and Trinjan.

Innovations in Format Avtar Radio is the first community radio of Punjab to broadcast from a village and in which the local com- munity is directly involved in content creation.

Core Team Kulwinder Singh, Harnek Singh, Shama Agarwal, San- tokh Singh Pannu, Sant Singh Sandhu, Amandeep Kaur, Amrik Singh, Kulwant Kaur, Rajwant Kaur, Gurwinder Kaur, Sharanjit Kaur, Rajwinder Kaur, Harmanpreet Kaur, Amarprit Singh and staff members and students Launch Date Broadcast Hours of Sant Avtar Singh Yadgari College & School. Avtar Radio Seechewal, Chak Chela, 10-11-2012 24 hours Shahkot, Jalandhar, CRMC Members Punjab - 144 701, India. Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal, Sant Sukhjit Singh, Surjit 01821270363, 09417575670 Singh, Harbans Singh Chahal and Pal Singh Nauli. www.avtarradio.com [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages Round-the-clock Punjabi

89 Alwar Ki Awaz Rajasthan 90.8 MHz Genesis Alwar Ki Awaz functions from the IET Group of Institutions situated on the outskirts of Alwar city. Its programmes provide a platform to diverse communities including rural and urban students, industrial workers, labourers, farmers, office goers, businessmen and their families.

Thematic Focus To motivate the community members to improve their lives, thoughts, and actions through education, entertain- ment and infotainment.

Signature Programmes Campus Masti and Ek Mulakat.

Innovations in Format. Outdoor broadcasting involving the community in pro- grammes, career helpline, phone-in tutorial classes hel- pline for aspiring engineers and managers, and promoting skill development through radio.

Key Partners Sunrise University, Institute of Engineering & Technol- ogy, Alwar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Alwar Pharmacy College, YPSM Homeopathy Medical College & Research Centre, Deep Training Institute and District Legal Services Authority.

Core Team Narendra Simatwal, Alpana Bishnoi, Raj Kumar Tiwari, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Alwar Ki Awaz Salendra Singh Sekhawat, Rakesh Gupta and Pooja Gaur. I.E.T. Group of Institutions, 01-01-2013 13 hours North Extension, MIA, Alwar – 301030 CRMC Members Rajasthan Executive Management Committee comprising V K Agar- 144 – 512 1190, 9587 908 908 wal, Manju Agarwal, and Ashok Singh Sunhal. Station & www.radioalwar.com Content Management team comprising Ashok Singh [email protected] / Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Hindi and English Sunhal and two members each from institutional staff, campus students, village community and city community. 90 Rajasthan 91.2 MHz Jayoti Vani CR Genesis Jayoti Vani CR, of Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, has been set up to empower the rural and student community with informative programmes and seek their participation.

Thematic Focus The focus is on creating awareness among the local com- munity on issues of health, sanitation, education, etc.

Signature Programmes Tamso Maa Jayotirgamaya is a motivational / inspirational programme for the student community. Dhaani Ri Baatan targets villagers’ community to propagate government schemes like Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, Panchayati Raj, Bhamashah Card, Soil Card Scheme, etc.

Innovations in Format The CR station imparts English language classes to villag- ers and schoolchildren.

Key Partners The university management plays an active role by provid- ing necessary support for conducting programmers within and outside the radio station.

Core Team Appoorv Saxena and Manisha Sharma.

Jayoti Vani CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s 31-07-2013 7 hours and University, Vedant Gyan Valley, 15 minutes Village Jharna, Jobner Link Road, Jaipur Ajmer Expressway, NH -8, Jaipur 303 122, Rajasthan 01428-287413, 7891124530 Broadcast Timing [email protected] 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM Languages [email protected] 3:45 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Rajasthani

91 Kamalvani Rajasthan 90.4 MHz Genesis Kamalvani advocates for peace, social and environmen- tal justice through independent media and programming which is generally neglected by the mainstream. It pro- motes diversity, tolerance, freedom of expression, cultural and educational vitality of the local community.

Thematic Focus Skill India campaign, sanitation & cleanliness, sustainabil- ity of society, natural diversity, family welfare system, child and maternal health, social evils, cultural values, and tra- ditional customs.

Signature Programmes Koshal Bharat-Kushal Bharat, Aavo Kaam Kare, Gaon Ne Sambhalo, Satrangi, Gaon Ki Masti, Maru-Ras, Aradhana, Sanjivani, Sangini, Apni-Dharti-Apna Log, Trunai Ke Sapne, Shridhanjali Shahido Ko, Gaon Ki Sarkar, Aapni Chopal, Aaj Ka Yuva, Hulchal Ados-Pados Ki, Kanun Ki Baat, Kaya Ra Sukh, Masti Ki Pathshala, Recharge, Son-Chiriya, Sanjeevni and Ek-Mulakaak.

Key Partners Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, GOI; Ministry of Panchayati Raj, GOI; Swatantarta Senani Ch. Begaram Charitable Trust, Kamalnishtha Vidya Niketan, Kolsia Goyanka College and Laxmangarh Podar College, Nawalgarh.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Kamalvani D P Singh, Sahiram, Vivek Kumar, Vishnu Jangir, Garima, Kamalnishtha Sansthan, 22-11-2012 8 hours Shyoprakash Goswami, Murari Goswami, Devilal Bharti, VPO Kolsia, Via-Nawalgarh, Jhunjhunu - 333 042, Rajasthan Manisha, Karishma and Vicky. 01594-276284, 9413366451 www.kamalvani.org Broadcast Timing CRMC Members [email protected] This CR station is operated by the active community [email protected] 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM Languages 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Rajasthani mobilisation.

92 Rajasthan 90.4 MHZ RADIO 7 Genesis Radio 7 focuses on offering enlightening programmes to its listeners while chasing its motto “infoedutainment”. The radio station broadcasts programmes in areas like – health, peace, communal harmony, education, growth, social evils, etc. Besides this, the organisation also offers a course in mass communications and journalism. Thematic Focus Environment, civic sense, traffic rules, cleanliness & sanita- tion, moral values & virtues, promotion of local culture & talent, contemporary arts & revival of extinguishing arts, social ills & evils. Signature Programmes Aaradhana (moral values & virtues), Ummeed Se Bhari Zindagi (social evils, ill practices), Humara Paryavaran (environment), Aao Learn Karein (educational), First Aid and Sehatnama (health), Chokho Laage Rajasthan (arts and culture of Rajasthan), Potli Kahaniyon Ki (real life stories) and Aaj Ka Mudda (civic information). Innovations in Format Interviews, discussions, story telling, talk shows, segments promoting community participation. Key Partners All cost and expenditures are borne by the parent organi- zation. Funding is supported by other sister institutions of this institutional network. Core Team RADIO 7 Launch Date Broadcast Hours Preeti Tiwari, Aditi Jain, Shilpi Goswami, Rajiv Sharma, Pan- IIIM, Sector 12, 07-03-2005 11 hours and kaj Kumar, and Mukesh Kumar Sain. Mahaver Marg, 30 minutes Mansarovar, Jaipur – 302 020 141-2786777, 8875003216 CRMC Members www.icfia.org Ashok Gupta, Raakhi Gupta, Manju Nair, Mala Agnihotri, [email protected] Languages Monika Munjal, Kavaldeep Dixit, Swati V. Chande, Sharad [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, English and Rathore, Preeti Tiwari, and Salila Bhansali. 06:30 AM - 6:00 PM Rajasthani 93 Radio Banasthali Rajasthan 90.4 MHz Genesis Setting up of CR station is another feather in the cap of Banasthali University. Prior to the establishment of the University, the villages in the region were deprived of basic amenities, including literacy. The community radio station was set up to fulfill the university’s objectives of promoting self-reliance through the khadi movement and creating social and political awakening in the local communities. Thematic Focus Education, health, nutrition, environment, agriculture, folk, art, culture, rural and community development. Signature Programmes Gramin Jagat, Gaon Gaon Dhani Dhani, Kaam Ki Batan, Seedhi Batan, Algoja, and Aapna Gaon Ri Batan. Innovations in Format Live phone-in, interactive and informal style, and field interview formats are used in programming. Key Partners Radio Banasthali has ensured that it has linkages with fac- ulties of the university, KVKs, hospitals, and NGOs of Tonk. Partnerships have also been forged with other national and international agencies like CEMCA, UNICEF, DST, One- World Foundation India, and Community Radio Associa- tion of India. Core Team Ina Shastri, Lokesh Sharma, Zafar Khan, Dharmraj Arya, Radio Banasthali Launch Date Broadcast Hours Surykant Pareek, Sita Gurjar, Pratibha Pareek, Maya Vigyan Mandir, 09-01-2005 12 hours Sharma, Shankarlal Sharma, and Ranglala Saini. Banasthali University, Banasthali Vidyapith, CRMC Members Tonk, Rajasthan - 304 022 1438-228432/228709 Broadcast Timing Aditya Shastri, Ina Shastri, Lokesh Sharma, Indu Bansal, www.banasthali.org 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Shankar Lal, Neera Singh, Maya Sharma, Leena Mukharjee, [email protected] 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Languages Muktibala Sharma and Sheel Sharma. [email protected] 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Rajasthani

94 Rajasthan 90.4 MHz Radio Madhuban Genesis Radio Madhuban, based out of Mount Abu and close to the locals, empowers local communities by educating them about various government schemes and provides a platform for promoting local talent, arts and skills.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on holistic development of the local community by focusing on various issues like education, children’s personality development, youth, women, sen- ior citizens, moral values, governance, environment, social evils, and health & hygiene.

Signature Programmes Youth Junction, Vandemataram, Aap Ka Swasthy Aap Ke Hath, Mera Gaon Mera Anchal, Aashiyana, etc.

Innovations in Format Narrowcasting programmes with school children and tribal families, model Panchayats with tribal women, and live phone-ins in tribal language are some of the innova- tions in formats that have been undertaken.

Key Partners REACH, Ideosync Media Combine, Sesame Group, DAVP, and Kisan Sanchar.

Core Team Sudha, Geeta, Usha, Mona, Dharmistha, Subhalaxmi, Subhashree, Swarnalata, Vinod, KC Jinger, Swaranjeet, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Shreenedhi, Vishal, Simanchal, Vivek and Raghav. Radio Madhuban Radio Madhuban Bhawan, 14-03-2011 24 hours Brahma Kumaris, CRMC Members Shantivan Complex, Abu Road, Yashwant Patil, Krishnaveni K, Rohit Gupt, Pavitra Mallik, Sirohi, Rajasthan – 307 510 and Ramesh Khade. 02974-228888, 09414154343 www.radiomadhuban.in Languages [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, Marwari and Round-the-clock Adivasi

95 Tilonia Community Radio Rajasthan 90.4 MHz Barefoot College Radio Tilonia Tilonia Genesis Radio Tilonia was formally started on 9th November 2009 after its promoters Barefoot College applied for a frequency to broadcast. This initiative got strengthened by the collective efforts of DEF and Barefoot College.

Thematic Focus Public distribution system (PDS), MGNREGA, pensions, etc.

Signature Programmes The station broadcasts programmes on common man’s issues like pension for elderly citizens and widows, PDS ration rights to food, MGNREGA, development of women, etc.

Innovations in Format The content focus is on issues like labour card, Right to Information applications, PDS and pension related discus- sions, etc.

Key Partners Barefoot College (Social Work and Research Centre) and Ideosync Media Combine.

Core Team Ram Nivas, Bhanwarsingh, Laxman Singh, Bhagwat Nan- dan, Osama Manzer, Rajendra Negi, Sarwan and Ramkaran.

CRMC Members Tejaram Shankar Singh, Ramkaran, Bhanwar Singh, Ratan Launch Date Broadcast Hours Radio Tilonia Devi, Ram Nivas, Aruna Roy and Shweta Rao. Barefoot College, 09-11-2009 7 hours Social Work & Research Centre (SWRC), Tilonia, Madanganj, Ajmer, - 305 816, Rajasthan 7597279484, 01463 288351 Broadcast Timing www.barefootcollege.org 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM [email protected] 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Languages 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi and Marwari

96 Tamil Nadu 91.2 MHz AGN School CRS Genesis Established in 2014, AGN School CRS emphasises on overall development and creating awareness among rural people in and around Konganapuram. People in Konganapuram depend on agricultural resources as well as textile related livelihood. Hence, the CR station seeks to help them by broadcasting agriculture and textile-based motivational programmes. The CR station also acts as a platform for rural schoolchildren to realize their potential.

Thematic Focus The stress is on focusing on subjects like agriculture, edu- cation, healthy living and morality.

Signature Programmes Sirugathai Neram, Kadhambam, Agnal Neyargal Aayiram, and Maruthuva Neram.

Innovations in Format School children are involved in producing many pro- grammes, which are based on regional language scripts provided by them as well as music composed with the help of their music teacher.

Key Partners The key partners include Appu Arivaalayem, AGN School, Sankari Division Election Team, and listeners from the coverage area.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Balamurugan Ganabathy, Sundharvel Malmurugan, AGN School CRS Selvam Arumugam and Senthilkumar Duraisamy. Appu Thottam, 17-02-2014 6 hours Konganapuram, Salem, Tamil Nadu - 637 102 CRMC Members 9842965520, 04283-265488 [email protected] Subramaniyam A, Ayee Goundan, Saraswathi Goundan, Broadcast Timing S Narayanasami, Jagannathan and others. 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Languages 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM Tamil and English 97 Bannari Amman CR Tamil Nadu 90.4 MHz Genesis The Bannari Amman CR is a non-profit enterprise set up by the Bannariamman Educational Trust and managed by Bannari Amman Institute of Technology. The CR station’s advantage is that it sees active participation of the local community in broadcasting information on agriculture issues and cultural richness of the society. The CR sta- tion focuses on issues related to environment, agriculture, healthcare, personal hygiene, self-motivation, personality development, science awareness, education, career guid- ance and folk music.

Thematic Focus The focus is on women’s empowerment, agricultural, edu- cation, health and entertainment.

Signature Programme Earintri Amaiyathu Ulagu is a popular programme based on an interactive format involving local farmers and experts.

Innovations in Format Magazine and drama.

Key Partners The CR station is supported by Bannari Amman Educa- tional Trust.

Core Team G M Tamil Selvan, Sankar L, Ashok S and a group of volun- teers who are working as a team to produce programmes Launch Date Broadcast Hours Bannari Amman CR on a regular basis. Bannari Amman Institute of 05-02-2016 9 hours Technoloy, Sathyamangalam, Erode, Tamil Nadu -638 401 CRMC Members 09443952544, 04295226000 Chief Executive, Principal of the institution, Advisory Com- WWW.bitsathy.com mittee, Management Committee, Station Manager and Broadcast Timing [email protected] the Community Radio Station staff. [email protected] 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Languages 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Tamil and English

9828 Tamil Nadu 107.2 MHz Ilanthalir CR Genesis Ilanthalir CR station, sponsored by Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD), airs radio pro- grammes targeting general public, adolescents, youth com- munity, Self Help Groups, Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) beneficiaries, Gram Panchayats in and around Sriperumbudur and some parts of Thiruvallur district.

Thematic Focus Women and child health, youth development, career coun- selling, life skills education, environment, gender aware- ness, government schemes and plans, media literacy, and financial literacy for women.

Signature Programmes Adolescent Time, Career Guidance Law, Government Acts & Schemes, Tamil Culture & Heritage, Social Harmony & National Unity, Life Skills Education, Health for Women & Children, Learning Through Radio, Youth Hour, Water Conservation, etc.

Innovations in Format Phone-in and phone-out, outdoor broadcast from the field, folk arts of the community, OB recordings, etc.

Key Partners The station was set up with the help UNFPA and all techni- cal guidance on procurement and designing of the station and studio was provided by Prasar Bharati, All India Radio, Chennai. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Govern- Launch Date Broadcast Hours ment of India, is the current sources of funds. Ilanthalir CR Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of 14-11-2008 8 hours Youth Development, Core Team Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, D Surendrababu, and student volunteers. Government of India, Pennalur, Sriperumbudur- 602 105, Tamil Nadu 9787453846, 044 271632226 www.rgniyd.gov.in Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tamil 99 Kalanjiam Samuga Vanoli Tamil Nadu 90.8 MHz Genesis Kalanjiam Samuga Vanoli’s main purpose is to create awareness on disaster preparedness and coping-up mech- anism among the coastal communities that it serves. Set up in October 2006 by DHAN Foundation in the aftermath of 2004 Tsunami that hit the coasts of Tamil Nadu, the CR station facilitates community interaction and documents the development interventions that take place along the coast of Nagapattinam.

Thematic Focus Though main focus of the station is on agriculture and farmers, programmes regarding women, skill empower- ment, health, education, children, fishermen, culture and folk are also broadcast.

Signature Programmes Thirukural, Sutru Suzhal Sinthanai, Kalai Sudar, Gramiya Kuilgal, Gramiya Manam, Muligaien Magathuvam, Poorana Kathaigal, Suvadugal, Pazhamozhigal, and Kadal Alagaigal, etc.

Innovations in Format Original recordings of nearly 200 folk songs.

Key Partners MSSRF, Peace Trust, Barathi Women Development, TMSSS, and Nehru Yuva Kendra.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours Kalanjiam Samuga Naguveer Prakash, Sathyaseelan, and community report- Vanoli 12-07-2009­ 2 hours and ers Karthikesan, Porkodi and Pakkiya. 30 minutes Pathirakaliamman Koil Street, Vilunthamavadi, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu - 611 112 CRMC Members +91 4365 268 442, +91 9488008366, Community leaders from seven villages nominated by the www.dhan.org Broadcast Timing Languages Self Help Group. [email protected] [email protected] 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM Tamil 10028 Tamil Nadu 90.4 MHz Kongu CRS Genesis A premier institution providing technical and managerial education, Kongu Engineering College is situated in a rural area. A philanthropic management wanted to help the society around the institution by disseminating informa- tion and creating awareness on social issues. A community radio station was seen as a very useful tool to reach out to local people. Therefore, the leadership of Kongu Engineer- ing College decided to set up Kongu Community Radio.

Thematic Focus The focus is on education, health, environment, agricul- ture, rural community development, spiritual aspects, social awareness and problem resolution.

Signature Programmes Arivom Aanmigam, Dinam Oru Thahaval, Thannambikkai Thalirgal, Maruthuva Malar, Samuthaya Pookkal, Makkal Manam, and Mattrangal Membada.

Innovations in Format Innovative formats employed include discussions with doctors and other professionals, programmes by rural school children, and experience sharing by in individuals.

Key Partners Indian Medical Association, Perundurai Medical College Hospital, Government Hospital, Erode and Perundurai, NGOs, SHGs, and school and college students. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Kongu CRS M Gnanajothi, V Elango, P Balasubramaniam, A Kavitha, S Kongu Engineering College, 07-08-2005 10 hours Perundurai, Erode, Thangavel and C K Sathees Kumar. Tamil Nadu – 638 052 0 9443780214, 04294 – 226678 CRMC Members www.kongu.ac.in [email protected] Broadcast Timing Thiru V K Muthusamy, S Kuppuswami, M Gnanajothi and [email protected] 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM Languages Kongu CR representative. 12:00 PM - 7:30 PM Tamil 101 KSR CR Tamil Nadu 90.4MHz Genesis KSR Group of Institutions caters to the needs of the stu- dents in the nearby villages and towns like Erode and Tiruchengode by imparting quality education. The KSR CR station was the initiative of KS Rangswamy Educational and Charitable Trust to disseminate knowledge on educa- tion, health, environment, development, women and social issues to benefit the community and its members.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on environment, social issues, science awareness and education, agriculture, personal hygiene, health (especially HIV/AIDS and cancer), self-motivation, personality development, career guidance and music.

Signature Programme Uriodu Uravadu.

Innovations in Format Feature shows on agriculture, lifestyle, and health awareness are combined with invitations to listeners to phone in. The radio features a phone-in programme, wherein a doctor provides free consultancy to people call- ing up the studio number.

CRMC Members P Kulandaivelu, P Manikandan, N Kalaivanan, P Sambth, S Keelar and R Gunaseelan.

KSR CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours KSR Institutions, 15-07-2010 10 hours KSR Kalvi Nagar, Truchengode - 637 215, Tamil Nadu 4288-274996 / 9524355053 www.ksrfm.com [email protected]. Broadcast Timing 6:00 AM - 11:00AM Languages 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Tamil and English

10228 Tamil Nadu 107.4 MHz Loyola CR Genesis Loyola CR was set up on June 5th, 2005 to beam air waves in 10 km radius for the economically challenged sections of the society and update them with education, health, employment info, etc.

Thematic Focus Empowering the neighbourhood.

Signature Programmes Makkal Kural, Sattam Oru Parvai, Konjum Mozhi Pesi, Loyola Nalam, and Anbudan Thozhi.

Innovations in Format Cartooning, Chennai Slang, Street Play, Campus and other innovative formats that are creating awareness amongst community.

Key Partners Department of Outreach, Loyola College.

Core Team G. Joseph Antony Samy.S.J, G. Ramamurthy, M.S. Joseph Antony Jacob S.J., Henry Jerome, S.J, Revathy Robert.

CRMC Members Aruna, Sudha, Sujatha, Kuppu, Kiruba, Martin, Muthushankar, Vijay, Sathish and Rutheesh.

Loyola CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Loyola College, 05-06-2005 6 hours Nungambakkam, Chennai - 600 034, Tamil Nadu 9840014802, 9444757343 www.loyolacollege.edu Broadcast Timing [email protected] 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Languages [email protected] 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Tamil and English 103 MKC CR Tamil Nadu 91.2 MHz Genesis M Kumarasamy Educational Trust realised that the local community needs were unfulfilled due to lack of oppor- tunities. A community radio station was seen as a good platform to provide information to local community. So, MKC CR was set up to address various problems faced by the society.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on children, health, youth and women.

Signature Programmes Vetri Nichchayam is a participatory community pro- gramme that provides a platform to achievers belonging to various fields and age groups to share their experiences. Kallukkattu is a messages programme produced in drama format.

Innovations in Format Local people and schoolchildren are invited to the studio for programme production. A format like drama is useful in producing awareness programmes.

Core Team Campus students and staff, local community members and student volunteers.

CRMC Members The CRMC team compromises station head, director, Launch Date Broadcast Hours MKC CR station in-charge, faculty members and student volunteers. M Kumarasamy College of 14-04-2012 4 hours Engineering, Thalavapalayam, Manmangalam, Karur, Tamil Nadu - 639 113 04324 – 270755, 098421 29377 www.mkce.ac.in Broadcast Timing [email protected] 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM Languages 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tamil

10428 Tamil Nadu 107.8 MHz MOP CR Genesis MOP CR was established as part of the social responsibil- ity initiative of the college and also to fulfil its vision and mission. Starting out with an hour’s broadcast twice a day, today MOP airs 16-hour package of content. MOP is the first ever college in the country to have a campus radio under the community radio scheme of the Government of India.

Thematic Focus Women’s health and hygiene, nutrition, women’s empow- erment, children and youth welfare.

Signature Programmes Kasumela Kasuvanthu, Penne Unakkaka, Poonjolai, Makkal Mandram, and Vazhikatuhirom.

Innovations in format Public service announcements on MOP CR station are broadcast through innovative formats such as music, skit, mimicry, VIP voices, vox-pop and telephonic interactions and interviews.

Core Team Janani Hamsini, Shruthi K, Smita Joshi, Devi Priyanka, Dhivya, Sanjana, Anu Priya, Ruthu, Gopika, Abhinaya, and Vijayashalini.

CRMC Members Lalitha Balakrishnan, S Anurekha, Gayathri Elangovan, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Vijaya Thiruvengadam, G Chandra Mohan, Gopinath, MOP CR Vijayamma, Pricilla, Krishnaveni and Kandhammal. MOP Vaishnav College for Women, 25-03-2005 16 hours 20 IV Lane, Nungambakkam High Road, Chennai - 600 034 +91 44 65121333, 9841368226 www.mop-vaishnav.ac.in [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM Tamil, English and Hindi 105 PARD Vaanoli CR Tamil Nadu 91.2 MHz Genesis People’s Association for Rural Development (PARD) is a voluntary organisation working for women, children and farmers in Thirumangalam in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. PARD established PARD Vaanoli CR station to disseminate rel- evant information to local farmers. It also documents tradi- tional knowledge on farming and spreads messages about organic farming and its techniques.

Thematic Focus As the coverage area of this CR station is a rain fed zone, PARD Vaanoli concentrates mainly on the issues of educa- tion, health, environment protection, sustainable agricul- tural techniques, legal awareness and human rights.

Signature Programmes The signature programmes focus on women’s empower- ment, environment protection, education for school drop- outs, protection of the girl child, and health awareness on TB and AIDS.

Innovations in Format 76 programmes on 76 villages in the listener area have documented the details about the villages on their historic, social, and economic background.

Key Partners Local educational institutions, health workers, medical practitioners, farmers, women SHG members and NGOs.

PARD Vaanoli CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team People’s Association for Rural 08-09-2009 8 hours An advisory committee comprising the station manager, Development (PARD), 4/1018 Annai Abirami Street, programme executives and field level reporters and experts. Sithi Vinayagar Kovil Street, Thasildhar Nagar, Madurai, Broadcast Timing Languages CRMC Members Tamil Nadu - 625 020 M Arunagiri, E James Rajasekaran, N Renganathan, G S Vijay- 9543903735 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM Tamil, Telugu and [email protected] 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Kannada alakshmi, R Ramar, M Rajesh, N Lalitha and J Selvarani.

10628 Tamil Nadu 90.4 MHz Pasumai CR Genesis Pasumai CR is considered as a powerful medium to reach poor, youth, women, farmers, and weaver, especially with ex-child labour, migrant labour and women. Vocational education is the tool which can empower them.

Thematic Focus Suttru Choozhal Ulaga Thahavalgal, Sirappu Parvai, and Urimai Ulaga Thahavalgal.

Signature Programmes Pasumai Pasumai, Adyiyei Sellathaiyee, and Ungal Munn- etrathirgana Vanoli.

Innovations in Format Features on various topics with background music, debate and discussion.

Key Partners NGOs, educational institutions, farmers associations, chamber of commerce, etc.

Core Team Paulbaskar, Stephenson, Ruba Balan, Kadhar Batcha, Sangeetha, Mahalakshmi, Murugan, Stalin Antony and Mahendran.

CRMC Members Station director, station coordinator, station engineer, programme executive, information officer, producers and Launch Date Broadcast Hours technicians. Pasumai CR Peace Industrial School, 10-04-2007 17 hours and Sirumalai Palaiyur, Dindigul, 30 minutes Tamil Nadu-624 001 0451-2461512, 09443341082 www.pasumairadio.com [email protected], [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM Tamil 107 Periyar CR Tamil Nadu 90.4 MHz Genesis Periyar CR is the communication platform between the rural people of PURA village and Periyar Maniyanmai University. The PURA scheme encompasses 58 villages of Thanjavur and 8 villages of Pudukkottai. The aim of Periyar CR is to empower the local community by helping them to make programmes to strengthen the social impact of community activities for combating poverty, exclusion, strengthening the voices of the community and promot- ing women’s health and education.

Thematic Focus Social upliftment, education and healthcare.

Signature Programmes Thinnam Oru Seithi, Unarnthom Uzhavai, Pagutharivu Pin- jugal, Nammathu Samuthayam, Unnal Mudiyum Pennae, Nalla Valzvu, Karthodu Kanitham, Oru Sol Oru Run, Thiran- patta Bharatham, Thiranmigu Bharatham, etc.

Innovations in Format Innovations ranging from producing programmes based on folk songs to using ambient / natural sounds have been used.

Key Partners Partners include PURA village community, PMU student community, etc.

CRMC Members Launch Date Broadcast Hours Periyar CR Station manager, management committee, production Periyar Maniammai University, 29-09-2007 7 hours in-charge producers, editorial committee, village commu- Periyar Nagar, Vallam, Thanjavur -613 403 nity faculty and PMU student community. 04362-264600, 09790035798 www.periyarcommunityradio.weebly.com [email protected] Broadcast Timing [email protected] 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM Languages 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Tamil

10828 Tamil Nadu 90.8 MHz PGP CR Genesis PGP CR is based in Namakkal and broadcasts programmes, which are socially useful for the local community. The CR station also airs programmes on the latest developments on various contemporary issues.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on education, career guidance, social issues like child labour and HIV/ AIDS, healthcare, women’s issues, agriculture and community development.

Signature Programme A popular signature programme Nalamudan Vaalvom is on health related issues.

Innovations in Format Innovative programmes on social issues, child labour, health awareness, AIDS patients, women’s empowerment and education are prepared on the basis of field enquiry. The programming focus is on people’s problems, their experiences and advice from experts.

Key Partners Important stakeholders include students and local community.

Core Team M Ganapathy, P Maheswaran, K S Shanmukharadhya, N Sheelavathi, G Arunachalam, D S Arunkumar and V Thillaikumar. PGP CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours PGP College Campus, NH-7, 06-06-2010 8 hours CRMC Members Karur-Namakkal Main Road, The committee comprises the correspondent, principals Namakkal, Tamil Nadu - 637 207 of more than dozen campus colleges and students, and 9442958199, 4286-267919 representatives of the local community. www.pgpcet.ac.in, [email protected], Broadcast Timing [email protected] , 3:00 AM - 7:00 AM Languages [email protected] 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Tamil and English 109 PSG CR Tamil Nadu 107.8 MHz Genesis PSG CR was started with the basic aim of helping the soci- ety on a larger canvas in raising the awareness, knowledge and serve as tool for the social upliftment through the art of infotainment.

Thematic Focus Education, health & hygiene, culture, environment, social welfare, sports, science and technology, careers, govern- ment schemes, agriculture, and horticulture.

Signature Programmes Idhu Namma Neram, Nalai Namadhe, Naam Kadandhu- vandha Paadhai, Sendru Paarpome, Sindhippome Seyal Paduvome, Ketpome Suvaipome, Ninaivalaigal, Oru Nodiyil Oru Kodi, Ulamanjari, Yennangalin Yezhuchi, Inniki Topic, Inimai Tharum.

Innovations in Format PSG CR interacts with people as to how far the programmes broadcast are reaching them to establish individual rela- tionship with listeners. The objective of PSG CR is to make the community participate and present programmes.

Key Partners TANSACS, REACH, RVPSP-DST, People For Animal, Herbal Tree Growers Association, Arivoli Iyakkam, Ministry of Labour Welfare, Women Self Help Groups, District Rural Development Authority, Thannambikkai Vasagar Vattam, HIV Ullore Nala Sangam, life clinic foundation, IIMP, Spot Launch Date Broadcast Hours PSG CR Blood Donors Association, Avinashilingam JSS, Vanavara- PSG College of Technology, 14-12-2007 8 hours yar Foundation, PSG Rural Health Centren Vedapatty, Vas- Avinashi Road, Peelamedu, Coimbatore. antha Vasal Kavi Mandarm. Tamil Nadu-641 004 09003829486, 0422-4344748 Broadcast Timing Languages Core Team http://www.psgtech.edu/psgcrs B Chandrasekaran, B Sudhakar, G Suresh Babu, J Praveen [email protected] 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM Tamil, English, Hindi [email protected] 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM and Telegu Chandar.

11028 Radio Kotagiri Tamil Nadu 90.4MHz 90.4 MHz úW¥úVô úLôjR¡¬ Radio Kotagiri Genesis While working with indigenous communities in the Nilgiris Biosphere Reserve since 1993. Keystone Foundation, the promoter of Radio Kotagiri, found that most of the indig- enous communities have oral knowledge on food, medi- cines and culture related to forests. Radio Kotagiri was set up to raise awareness regarding indigenous culture and knowledge among non-indigenous people and also local people from different communities. Equally importantly, the radio station also shares information, which is availa- ble from government agencies and other sources, with the indigenous communities and others on various aspects.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on culture, traditions, environment, ecology, farming, food & nutrition, health, music, enter- tainment, information and education.

Signature Programme Arakol (indigenous music) is the main signature programme.

Innovations in Format Different formats are used to reach out to people who are without any formal education and to provide voice to the voiceless.

Key Partners Key partners include Reach Axshya, and Ideosync Media Combine. Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Radio Kotagiri N Selvi, B Jayanthi, A Abilash and C Dinesh. Keystone Foundation 16-02-2013 7 hours P. B No 35, Groves Hill Road, Kotagiri - 643 217, CRMC Members Tamil Nadu, India. Languages Pratim Roy, N Selvi, Sarasasmeetha, Robert Leo, and 0944264077, 04266-271977 [email protected], Tamil, English, T Balachander. [email protected] Broadcast Timing Malayalam, Kanada 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM and local dialects 111 Rathinavani CR Tamil Nadu 90.8 MHz Genesis Rathinavani is on air for last two years from the premises of Rathinam Institutions, Coimbatore.

Thematic Focus Rathinavani is focusing on the empowerment of farm- ers, labourers, unskilled industrial workers, migrants and women.

Signature Programmes Green Time is on environmental protection as well as farm- ing. Kovai Pechu highlights the concept of ‘Voice for All’. This programme has now become a bridge between the mainstream and marginalized people.

Innovations in Format The station promotes local culture and local dialect of Tamil, produces programmes as drama blended with music, etc.

Key Partners Rathinam Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, and K Palaniappa Memorial Trust, Coimbatore.

Core Team Madan A Senthil (Chairman, Rathinam Group of Institu- tions), Manickam Ramasamy (CEO, Rathinam Group of Institutions), J Thirumaran (Principal, Rathinam College of Arts & Science), and PC Jibin (Director, Rathinavani Community Radio). Rathinavani CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Rathinam Techzone, 17-05-2013 24 hours CRMC Members Eachanari, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - 641 021 Ganesh, Helping Hearts, Advisory Committee. 9095076717, 4224040908 www.rathinavani.com [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages Round-the-clock Tamil

11228 Tamil Nadu 90.4MHz Shyamalavani CR Genesis Newspaper publisher and educationist Dr R Lakshmipathy set up Shyamalavani CR to empower the local community around the campus.

Thematic Focus The focus areas are education, employment, agriculture, infant care and women’s’ rights.

Signature Programmes Saalai Santhippu (responses on the road) and Kalivaraiyum Sugatharamum (on toilet and cleanliness)

Innovations in Format Various innovative formats have been employed in spe- cial programmes like Vaanam Vasappadum and Sinthanai Siragu.

Key Partners The radio station was set up with funds provided by the Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy Foundation. The day to day operation is also funded by this foundation. The CR station is also supported by the advertising revenue from DAVP.

Core Team R L Ramnath, S Neela, G Thirumalai Selvam, M S Venkatesh- kumar, T Sakthi Saravanakumar and P Dhanam.

CRMC Members R Lakshmipathy, R Ramkumar and R Ramnath. Shyamalavani CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours TVR Nagar, 03-10-2011 16 hours Aruppukottai Road, Madurai, Tamil Nadu - 625 022 09677716730, 0452-391 8 600 http://shyamalavani.in [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tamil, English and Hindi 113 Sivanthi CR Tamil Nadu 90.4 MHz Genesis Sivanthi CR was set up in the campus of Aditanar Col- lege of Arts and Science, Tiruchendur, on 14th September 2007 to bring about social change in Tiruchendur. The CR station has been promoted by an educationalist, business- man, philanthropist, connoisseur of arts and literature, B Sivanthi Aditanar, who has been also the Chairman of the Daily Thanthi, largest circulated newspaper in Tamil Nadu.

Thematic Focus Sivanthi CR conducts several community programmes in collaboration with organisations like Thanthi TV, Hello FM, SETCO, and Valampurinatham, Sangamam for creating awareness among farmers and women Self-Help Groups. fishermen, HIV-Positive persons, etc.

Signature Programmes Santhippu, Vetri Nitchayam and Vazhnthu Paarpom Vaarungal.

Innovations in Format Dramas, folk songs and interviews to create awareness on the ill-effects of using tobacco and alcohol. Training and awareness programme are aired for fishermen community on how to manage risks during natural calamities.

Key partners Thanthi TV, Daily Thanthi, Hello FM, Ramji Audios, Valam- purinatham, etc.

Sivanthi CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Aditanar College of Arts and 14-10-2007 7 hours and T Balu, S Narayanarajan, K Kathireson, R Sreedevi, Science, Virapandian Pattnam, 30 minutes Thoothukudi, D Vasumathi, S Kannan, and R Rajam. Tamil Nadu – 628 216. 9865643283, 04639-245175 Broadcast Timing CRMC Members www.aditanarcollege.in S Balasubramania Adityan, V Gopalakrishnan, 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM Languages 5:00 PM - 8.30 PM Tamil P Subramaniam, M P Gurusamy and S R Subramaniam.

11428 Tamil Nadu 90.4 MHz SRM Muthucharam CR Genesis Kattankulathur in Kanchipuram is 45 Km away from Chen- nai. The local community here wanted to be acquainted with their surroundings and this gap is now filled by SRM Muthucharam CR.

Thematic Focus Programmes focus on social, cultural, environmental, legal, career, health and life skill issues.

Signature Programmes Vidhai Muthal Virucham Varai, Nalamai Vazhvom, Velan Arangam, Vagupparai, Ladies Special, Therinthu Kolvom, Sattam Arivom, Viduthalaiku Vithita Veerargal, Namma Ooru Natchathiram, Kadhantha Vaara Nigalvugal, Vinadi Vina, Kaalai Malar, SRM Students’ Live Programme, Vaa- navil, etc.

Innovations in Format Programmes are based on features and voice bytes from local vendors for making them participatory and promot- ing the station.

Key Partners Key partners include Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Government Middle Schools of Kattangulatur, Primary Health Centre, SRM Community Medicine Department, Self Help Group Members and NGOs.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours T Kalaivani, P Madasamy, S Karthikeyan and D Manivannan. SRM Muthucharam CR Faculty of Engineering and Technology, 27-04-2007 9 hours and No: 608A, Hi-Tech block, 15 minutes CRMC Members SRM University. Director, station manager, production executive, produc- Kattankulatur-603 203. tion assistant, sound engineer and the CR Volunteers. 9486257028 www.srmuniv.ac.in/muthucharam [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 8:00 AM - 5:15 PM Tamil and English 115 SSM CR Tamil Nadu 90.8 MHz Genesis Since the parent institution, the SSM College of Engineer- ing and the SSM College of Arts and Science had the expe- rience of running an Amateur Wireless Telegraph Station, its management found the idea of setting up a community radio station interesting. SSM Community Radio focusing on the economically deprived communities in the region covers the most far-flung districts of Tamil Nadu districts.

Thematic Focus Programmes are on themes related to agriculture, spiritu- ality, yoga and meditation, health, education, culture, tra- dition, science and technology, children and women.

Signature Programmes Velanmai, Magalir Mattum, Arumbukal Neram, Nalamudan Vazha, Unnalum Mudium, Kalvi, Ariviyal, and Parampariya Kalacharam.

Innovations in Format Programmes are based on interviews, folk songs, folk dramas, group discussions and talks, etc.

Key Partners The key stakeholders are the parent organisation, NGOs, students from various colleges and schools, Representa- tives from Tamil Nadu State Legal Service Authority, Agriculture Department, etc.

Core Team Launch Date Broadcast Hours SSM CR S Balamohan, G K Jakir Hussain, J Jaganpradeep, S Suresh, SSM College of Engineering & SSM 13-02-2012 12 hours S Prabakaran, and K Naveen. College of Arts & Science (Campus), NH 47, Salem Main, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu - 638 183 CRMC Members 4288 267702, 9600548540 M S Mathivaanan, Indarjith Mathivaanan, K Raj Kumar, Broadcast Timing www.ssmce.ac.in S Balamohan, J Maheswaran, G K Jakir Hussain, S Suresh, [email protected] , 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM Languages [email protected] 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tamil and English S Prabakaran, K Naveen and 43 members.

11628 Tamil Nadu 91.2 MHz Thendral CR Genesis The objective of Thendral CR is to serve the local commu- nity by providing a forum for specific issues and finding solutions for the benefits of the target audience.

Thematic Focus ‘Awareness, Assessment, Achievement’ are the three man- tras for producing and airing programmes.

Signature Programmes Nalamdana Neram (TB awareness), Magale Unakhaha- than (for adolescent girls), and Samudhaya Vizhippunarvu Kalaivizha (competitions for schoolchildren).

Innovations in Format Programmes are based on formats of short skits, mono- logues, songs, features, etc.

Key Partners The key partners are Nalamdana Charitable Trust, and Rotary Club of Madras, Coromandel.

Core Team R Jeevanandham, P Oyyavandhan, M Sampath, P Deepanchakkaravarthi, K Bharathiraja and R Jayanthi.

CRMC Members Nithya Balaji, Uttra Bharath, R Jeevanandham, M S Perumaal, Santhanam, P Thangamuthu, Umamaheshwaran, Daya and representatives from Launch Date Broadcast Hours community. Thendral CR Kadambam Apartments, 22-01-2014 8 hours 4/192, Ellaiyamman Kovil Street, Neelankarai, Chennai- Tamil Nadu - 600 115 044-24491422, 9444028060 www.nalamdana.in [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Tamil 117 Vayalaga Vanoli Tamil Nadu 90.4 MHz Genesis Vayalaga Vanoli is owned by the farming community of Madurai District Tank Farmers Federation. On 25th Decem- ber 2011, this CR station became operational at Kottam- patti, Madura. It covers 150 hamlets and population of 1,00,000 spread Kottampatti, Natham and Singampunari blocks. Since it’s farmer owned CR station, it’s primarily focused on agriculture and farmers. The thrust is to use the station as a tool for development and poverty reduction.

Thematic Focus Apart from agriculture, the station covers women’s empow- erment, health, education, youth, environment, etc.

Signature Programmes Kalaikathambam (recorded), Kalaikathambam (live), Gir- mathu Kuyilgal (folk songs), Uluthundu Vaalvom (agricul- ture), Uluthundu Vaalvom (livestock), etc.

Innovations in Format Formats like skits, songs, features, speeches and debates are used during programme production.

Key Partners REACH Trust, Department of Science & Technology, National Skill Development Corporation, DAVP, KVKs, and other government departments.

Core Team The core team comprises the station manager, manage- Launch Date Broadcast Hours Vayalaga Vanoli ment committee members, staff and about 100 volunteers. W5/565 MDCC Bank (upstairs) Trichy 25-12-2011 10 hours Main Road, Kottampatti, Melur Taluk, CRMC Members Madurai, Tamil Nadu - 625 103 The CRMC members meet once in a month and discuss 09943295985 Broadcast Timing about the progress. The CR station has a management www.vayalagafm.in 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM committee with 15 experienced farmers who have been [email protected] 10:00 AM – 12:00PM Languages 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM Tamil members of the federation for more than 10 years.

11828 Tamil Nadu 90.8 MHz VIT CR Genesis With its tag line as ‘Engage, Evolve, Empower’, VIT CR works for the empowerment of the citizens of Vellore city. Programmes are produced by the community members from villages around the VIT Campus, including Brahma- puram, Sevur, Kangeyanallur, Serkadu and Old Katpadi, as well as school and college students in and around Vellore.

Thematic Focus The focus is on education, environment, health, women’s empowerment, and agriculture.

Signature Programmes Maruvatha Neram (health), Karuthukalam (Vox Populi), Pallikoodam (students), Vallunar Parvai (interviews of experts), Dhinam Oru Thiravukool (daily information), Sevi- chelvam (audiopaedia), Karasaram (group discussion), Ari- viyal Aayiram (science). Popular English Programmes are Experts Talk, Exchange of Ideas, My Bookshop, Silver Lining Show, Noble Lectures, Travel Bonanza, Data Chunks, Second Look, etc. Moh-Maya is a popular Hindi programme.

Key Partners Christian Medical College, Vellore; Sri Narayani Hospital and Research Centre, Sripuram; Nalam Medical Centre & Hospital, Vellore; Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Virinjipuram; and Indian Bank Self Employment Training Institute, Vellore.

Core Team G Viswanathan, Sankar Viswanathan, Sekar Viswanthan, Launch Date Broadcast Hours G V Selvam, A Anand Samuel, K Sathiyanarayanan and VIT CR K Chidambaram. 804, Silver Jubilee Tower, 09-01-2014 11 hours VIT University, Vellore – 632 014 CRMC Members 9566656762, 0416-2202323 www.vit.ac.in/about/community/radio K Chidambaram, K Koothaperumal Anand, S Nithiaraj, Languages M Govindaraji, and P Palani. [email protected] [email protected] Broadcast Timing Tamil, English, Telugu 09:00 AM – 08:00 PM and Hindi 119 Bol Hyderabad Telangana 90.4 MHz Genesis Bol Hyderabad was set up in 2011 as a campus radio station to provide young people and the community a platform to air their perspectives and aspirations while reflecting on the local culture and language(s). Thematic Focus Education, health, youth, music, schools and teachers. Signature Programmes Raaga the Voice Hunt (a music talent hunt programme), Dastaan (on Hindi and English stories rendition), Community Connect (a platform for listeners to know about the work being done by the various NGOs in and around the city), Saptaswara (a classical music programme), and Caught in Passing (interviews of eminent guests visiting the university). Innovations in Format Two of the innovative formats include Musical Journey with Balu, which is bringing world music to listeners, and Community Connect, which highlights work being done by NGOs. Key Partners ARDSI Hyderabad Deccan, Alzheimer’s and Related Dis- orders Society of India, SPIC MACAY, Hyderabad Literary Festival (HLF), Dakta Dub, Harmonica Lovers of Hyderabad (HaLoH), and Joy of Giving Week. Core Team Bol Hyderabad Launch Date Broadcast Hours B Naveen Sen, DVK Vasudevan, two faculty coordinators Department of Communication 15-08-2011 Weekdays: in collaboration with the station in-charge and students. Sarojini Naidu School of Arts and 10 hours Communication, Broadcast Timing Weekends: CRMC Members University of Hyderabad, Gachibowli Weekdays: 9 hours Hyderabad, Telangana-500 046. 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Radio Advisory Council consists of students, faculty and 040-23135542, 09394315787 5:00 pm - 12:00 am Languages community members to provide advisory support to the http://bolhyd.commuoh.in/ Weekends: English, Hindi and management. [email protected] 3:00 pm - 12:00 am Telugu

120 Telangana 107.8 MHz Deccan Radio Genesis Deccan Radio aims at giving voice to the voiceless. The parent organisation, Abid Ali Khan Educational Trust, was keen to tap the potential of community radio to meet its objective of widening the services of the trust in cultural, social, academic, moral, national and spiritual arena. The radio station provides voice to the downtrodden people of Hyderabad from all religious, economical and social back- ground by sourcing broadcasting content from them. New initiatives, like the one by NCSTC for their project of Science For Women’s Health And Nutrition, have opened new ways to involve community to produce programmes. Thematic Focus Health and hygiene, education, social issues and commu- nal harmony. Signature Programmes Sehat Mera Gehna, Education & Career (Live), and Dholak Ke Geet.

Innovations in Format Play act stories with voice modulation and dramatization. Key Partners Target community, NGOs, hospitals, doctors, schools, etc. Core Team Zaheeruddin Ali Khan, Amer Ali Khan, Ismail Ahmed, Zahed Farooqui, Faheem Ansari, Mohammed Muneer, Yasmeen, Siddiqua, Heena, Geetanjali, Bujji Bai, Rita Rani, Afsar Sayeeda, Manjula, K Padmawati, Sana Siddiqua and Arpita Deccan Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours Mahapatro. Abid Ali Khan Educational Trust, 23-12-2009 12 hours J N Road, Abids, CRMC Members Hyderabad – 500 001 40-24740024, 9848256515 Zaheeruddin Ali Khan, Amer Ali Khan, Mohammed Ismail www.siasat.com Ahmed, Zahed Farooqui, Khatija Sultana, B. Madhavi, [email protected] Languages Nanak Singh Nashtar, Bhaskar Benny and Ghouseuddin. Broadcast Timing Telugu, Urdu, Hindi and 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM English

121 PRAGNYA CR Telangana 90.4 MHz Genesis PRAGNYA CR is a community radio station dedicated to serve the cause of the community. The station addresses the needs of the community by involving them in the broadcast of programmes. It covers Bachupally, Nizampet, Miyapur, Kukatpally and other surrounding villages in the Qutubullapur Mandal of the Rangareddy district of Tel- angana. Run by Gokaraju Rangaraju Educational Society (GRES), PRAGNYA CR is located in the premises of Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology (GRIET) in Bachupally, Hyderabad.

Thematic Focus Health, educational, environmental, social welfare and cul- tural issues.

Signature Programmes Manchimaata, Subhodayam, Muchatlu, Badi Baata , Vijetha, Pragnya Samayam, etc.

Innovations in Format Muchatlu (a community related social awareness informa- tion/ education programme in a dialogue format); Vijetha (for competitive examinations); Telangana Charitra and Sanskrithi (documentary serial).

Key Partners Gokaraju Rangaraju Educational Society (GRES) and local community members.

PRAGNYA CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of 20-01-2016 4 hours Y Butchi Raju, Usha Kumari, M Sri Vani and A Venkatesh. Engineering & Technology, Nizampet Road, Bachupally, Kukatpally, Hyderabad- 500 090, CRMC Members Telangana, India G V K Raju, A Vani, P S Raju, Jandhyala N Murthy, K V S Raju Broadcast Timing Languages 040- 65864440, 9849039569 and V Vijaya Rama Raju. www.griet.ac.in 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Telugu, Hindi and [email protected] 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM English

122 Telangana 90.4 MHz Sangham Radio Genesis Sangham Radio emerged as a platform for articulating locally relevant issues. The station also strives to promote rich cultural traditions of Telangana. Thematic Focus Women and biodiversity; women and ecological agricul- ture; women and land ownership; seed sovereignty and women; food sovereignty and women; ecological enter- prises of rural women; healthcare and plant medicines; herbal care for animal diseases; making children’s educa- tion relevant to rural milieu; violence against women; legal education for women. Signature Programmes Our Farming, Our Crops; Our Language & Its Unique Nuances; Our Folk Culture; Dialogue of In-Laws; Our Food, Our Cuisine and Balanndam – a Children’s Programme. Innovations in Format Apart from format like storytelling, offline and online con- versations, songs, Sangham radio started engaging villag- ers in radio competitions, quizes on local culture, festivals and crops. Key Partners Grassroots Community members; UNESCO Chair on Community Media; Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Core Team B P Sanjay, Vinod Pavarala, Laxma Goud, Umapati Verma, V Venkateswarulu, Rukmini Rao, and P V Satheesh, General Sangham Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours Narsamma, Algole Narsamma, Poolamma, Bidakanne Sam- Deccan Development Society, 15-10-2008 2 hours mamma, Moligeri Chandramma, and China Narsamma. 101, Kishan Residency, Street No 5, Begumpet, Telangana - 500 016, 9440048659 / 9440266011 CRMC Members www.ddsindia.com General Narsamma, Algole Narsamma and Poolamma [email protected], supported by 10 community reporters. [email protected], Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Telugu

123 Aap Ki Awaz uttar pradesh 90.8 MHz Genesis In its pursuit of wanting to do work for the society, Bharti Shiksha Samiti decided to use community radio as a tool and set up Aap Ki Awaz.

Thematic Focus The CR station focuses on cyber laws, women & child health, fundamental rights, education, tourism, environ- ment, culture, etc.

Signature Programmes Aaj Ki Baat, Life OK, Youngistan Meri Jaan and other programmes related to youth and talks with experts.

Innovations in Format The CR station uses formats like skits and interviews to cater to people belonging to different sections of the society like kids, senior citizens, women, etc.

Key Partners Infrastructure development and procurement of technical items for setting up the CR station were funded by the school run by Bharti Shiksha Samiti.

Core Team Sanjeev Singh, Bharat Bhusan, Roli Shina, Rakhi Tyagi, Asha Sharma, Neha, Anushka Shina and Shive.

CRMC Members Renuka Dang, Roli Shina, Kavita Raja, Madurima Sharma Launch Date Broadcast Hours Aap Ki Awaz and Anoop. J P Nagar, Mau Road, 25-02-2012 16 hours Khandari, Agra – 222 005 7500060000, 0562 - 4040908 www.aapkiawazfm.com [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Hindi and English 124 uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz Agra Ki Aawaz Genesis Agra Ki Aawaz is the first community radio station to be set up in Uttar Pradesh State University. It’s a part of the university’s Department of the Mass Communication & Journalism.

Thematic focus The station covers public harmony, utility programmes for weaker & marginalised sections, youth & other students. Doctors’ interviews are very popular in the targeted com- munity. No Tobacco Day and other important days and events are celebrated with the cooperation of audiences.

Signature Programmes Agra Ki Awaz, Know Yourself, Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan and Kissan Ki Batt.

Innovations in Format It’s a continuous process to improvise.

Core team Pradeep Shridhar, Girijashanker Sharma and Hema Pathak.

CRMC Members Vice Chancellor (Patron), registrar, finance officer, director of K M Institute, and head, Department of Mass Commu- nication & Journalism.

Agra Ki Aawaz Launch Date Broadcast Hours University Community Radio, 30-10-2010 4 hours Dr B R Ambedkar University, Agra, Uttar Pradesh - 282 004 9927082862 girijashankers @gmail.com Broadcast Timing 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Languages 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Hindi and Brij 125 BBD CR uttar pradesh 90.8 Mhz Genesis BBD CR caters to the needs of the local community, includ- ing, as well as the youth, to make their lives better.

Thematic Focus The focus is on folk music, local culture, mother and child care, health & hygiene, education, skill & talent develop- ment, and entertainment.

Signature Programmes Selfi Le Le Re, Bayan-E-Tehzeeb, Hathkargha – Humara Hunar, Main, Mere Desh Ki Dharti, Bharat Meri Nazar Se, Apne Liye Jiyen To Kya Jiyen, Tun Jahanjahan Chalega, Sehat, Baramde Ki Dhoop Peepal Ki Chaanv, Waah Zindgi, etc.

Innovations in Format Innovation includes educating children through audio car- toon characters (Akki Bakki Ki Bakbak) and musical rhyme form (Tenali Rama), tourism in drama-format (Bharat Meri Nazar Se), and women’s empowerment through their life cycle inspiring stories (Mai).

Key Partners I Care India, Make A Difference and YES Foundation.

Core Team Amit Kumar Om, Shikha Shukla, Amber Parwez, Ishank Gupta, Alok Mishra, Priyanka Verma, Shailja Srivastava, Vinay Pandey, Rajneesh Tiwari, Kapil Mathur, and Rakesh Launch Date Broadcast Hours BBD CR Singh. BBD University, BBD City, 29-08-2014 12 hours Faizabad Road Lucknow - 226 028 CRMC Members 0522 – 3911123, 7755000908 A K Mittal, Sudharma Singh, Neelima Deepak, S M K Rizvi, www.bbdu.ac.in Pooja Singh, and Mohd Adeel Mansoori. [email protected] Languages [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, Awadhi, Bhojpuri 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM and English 126 uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz CMS DC CR Genesis CMS DC CR was set up in 2005 to provide entertainment and hands-on training and skill development to local peo- ple living below the poverty line.

Thematic Focus The focus is on women & child health, women’s empow- erment, HIV / AIDS, Panchayati Raj, skill development, children’s right, environment, agriculture, etc.

Signature Programmes Archana Bhakti Sangeet, Sawal Aapke Jawab Hamare, Baat Pate Ki, and Geeto Ki Jhankaar.

Innovations in Format Telephonic interview, magazine, phone-in (medical expert), and byte of an expert on mobile are some innovative for- mats used.

Key Partners State Government departments like Health, Food & Civil Supply, Women & Child Development, AIDS Control Society, Legal Services Authority, and UIDAI.

Core Team Varghese Kurian, R K Singh, Soma Ghosh, Ravindra Tripathi, Vanita Sharma, Harsh Bawa, Pradeep Dwivedi, Umakant Tripathi, Madan Singh Bisht and Shiv Bhanu.

CRMC Members Launch Date Broadcast Hours Jagdish Gandhi, Bharti Gandhi, Geeta Gandhi, Varghese CMS DC CR Kurian, Sanjay Agrawal, R K Singh, Rajendra Tewari, Mohan City Montessori Degree College CR, 23-09-2005 8 hours Kanpur Road, Lucknow - 226 012 Lal, Aadesh Kumar, Kunwarpal Yadav, Prabhakar Tewari, 9415015039, 0522-4082020 Ramsri Gupta, Sangeeta Singh and Saurabh Singh. www.cmseducation.org/crs [email protected] Broadcast Timing 11.00 AM – 3.00 PM Languages 7.00 PM – 11.00 PM Hindi and local dialects 127 CMS Radio uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis CMS Radio produces programmes based on the needs of the community people. Besides, the station also seeks to record the folk culture of the community.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on women & children’s health, wom- en’s empowerment, girl child, child rights, environment, and agriculture.

Signature Programmes Archana, Community Baatcheet, Community Sangeet, and Maati Ke Geet.

Innovations in Format 80% of the programmes are recorded in the field to ensure community participation. Live phone-in programmes too mobilise the community in and around Lucknow.

Key Partners Partners include government departments of Agriculture, Environment and Health, NBRI, CSIR, SALSA, UPSACS, Reach Cheanni, Madhya Nishedh UP, and Save The Children.

Core Team R K SINGH, Soma Ghosh, Ravindra Tripathi, Vanita Sharma, Harsh Bawa and Shiv Bhanu.

Launch Date Broadcast Hours CRMC Members CMS Radio Jagdish Gandhi, Bharti Gandhi, Geeta Gandhi, Varghese City Montessori School, 01-07-2005 8 hours Kurian, Uday Mohan, R K Singh, Arun Tripathi, R N Tewari, Inter College, Vishal Khand - 2, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow - 226 010 Sreepal, Nomi Lal, Ramsagar, Gyanmati, Chandra Bhushan 9453831307, 0522-2301644 Tewari and Mahender Vishwakarma. www.cmseducation.org/crs [email protected] Broadcast Timing 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Languages 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Hindi and local dialects 128 uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz Ghazipur CR Genesis Ghazipur CR started its journey in 2004 in association with scientists, faculty members, progressive farmers, and intel- lectuals for awareness creation in the society.

Thematic Focus The thematic focus is on education, agriculture, animal husbandry, art and folk culture.

Signature Programmes Krishi Charcha, College Diary, and Lok Vritt.

Innovations in Format Innovative formats employed include talks with experts, success stories of progressive farmers, achievers and academicians, and radio compositions contributed by local artistes on social issues.

Key Partners Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ghazipur Technical Education and Research Institute, Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Uttar Pradesh.

Core Team Ashish Kumar Bajpai, Amitesh Kumar Singh, Manoj Kumar Mishra and O P Tiwari.

CRMC Members Rajeshwar Prasad Singh, H P Singh, O P Tiwari, P K Mishra, Dinesh Singh, D K. Singh, S Pandey, R P Singh and Launch Date Broadcast Hours S K Singh. Ghazipur CR Post-Graduate College, 19-07-2004 6 hours Ravindrapuri, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh - 233 001 915482220059, +915482220874 www.pgcghazipur.ac.in [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Hindi, Bhojpuri and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM English 129 IITK CR uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis IITK CR brings out the unheard voices of the surrounding community and offers them a platform to showcase their talent and in return IIT Kanpur students offer a variety of content to spread awareness in rural and semi-rural areas. The CR station provides a platform to enable individuals, students and community members to share and express their stories, experiences and needs which contribute in structuring informative programmes.

Thematic Focus Programmes are structured taking into consideration the mixed rural and urban population of the surrounding community.

Signature Programmes Naya Savera, Child Health Care, etc.

Innovations in Format The CR station structures programmes according to the needs of the community, by producing realistic and effective programmes including on health and sanitation, education and agriculture issues.

Core Team Students of IIT Kanpur, local volunteers and a dedicated radio team.

IITK CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours IIT Kanpur, 27-09-2010 9 hours Media Technology Centre, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh - 208 016 0512-2594479 [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM English and Hindi 130 uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz Kisan Radio Basti Genesis The main objective of setting up of community radio in district Basti by Kisan Sewa Sansthan was to bring the local community closer to their culture, to develop regional arts through radio & provide information and to spread aware- ness in the community.

Thematic Focus The main Focus of Kisan Radio Basti is to spread awareness in community about various issues like related to health, women empowerment, local arts & agriculture.

Signature Programmes Basti Ki Sakhiya is a progrmme based on call-in-show in which female dignitary/experts from various trades take parts and share valuable knowledge & information.

Innovations in Format Based on the reviews by community members the radio station tries to make programmes more friendly and reachable to the local community. Many road shows with the help of our community radio jokey & community radio self help group were also held.

Core Team Meena, Meera, SreyaSingh, Puneet, Dhermendra Pandey, A.K.Mani, Satyapal, Brihaspati Pandey, Rakesh Giri, Santosh Pandey, Rajnesh Mishra, Shiv Deen Maurya, and Sadhna.

CRMC Members Launch Date Broadcast Hours Atul Kumar Shukla, A.K.Mani, Satyapal, Brihaspati Pandey, Kisan Radio Basti Rakesh Giri, Santosh Pandey, Atul Updhyay, and Subham Apara City Phase -1 Belgari, 07-07-2012 6 hours Post- Mishrauliya, Shukla. Distt-Basti, - 272 001 +91-9415173162 +05542-245033 Kssbasti.org/radio Broadcast Timing [email protected] 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Languages [email protected] 4:00 PM - 7:00 pm Hindi and Bhojpuri 131 Lalit Lokvani CR uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis Lalitpur district belongs to the most underdeveloped regions of Bundelkhand in Uttar Pradesh. Lalit Lokvani has been set up in Lalitpur for communicating and interacting with the community on important develop- ment issues.

Thematic Focus Focus is on child rights, women’s empowerment, village development, livelihood and social inclusion of the most deprived community in this region known as Sahariyas.

Signature Programmes Khet Khalihan, Hamara Pashu, Gyan Vani, Family No.1, Swaraj Ki Ore Bhadte Hum, Teej Tauhaar, Hello Farmaish, Bundeli Jhalak, Gali Gali Sim Sim, etc.

Innovations in Format Live phone-in show, live talk show with listeners, and Samacharpatr Ki Surkhiya.

Key Partners Ideosync Media Combine, Department of Science & Technology, Development Alternatives.

Core Team Ashok Srivastava, Raman Sharma and Arvind Chaturvedi.

CRMC Members 13 members, including President and Secretary. Lalit Lokvani CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Alapur, Birdha, 03-09-2010 12 hours Lalitpur - 284 403, Uttar Pradesh 7408426793, 9129839909 [email protected] Broadcast Timing [email protected] 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Languages 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Hindi and Bundeli 132 uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz Radio Adan Genesis Radio Adan was set up in 2008 to bring together farm- ers, trainers / students to contribute to the welfare of the community.

Thematic Focus The focus is on agriculture, employment, livestock, home care, women & child development, governance, fashion, technology, health, local culture, ancient dying arts, etc.

Signature Programmes Kheti Badi, Yangistan Pratibha, Huanar Hai To Kadar Hai, Nai Dishaye, etc.

Innovations in Format Apart from usual formats like, interviews and talk shows, new formats have been used in programmes like Allahabad Ki Virasat and Hunar Hai To Kadar Hai (National Skill Development Corporation).

Key Partners Farmers, trainers and students.

Core Team Rahat Khan, Amit William, Nidhi Massey, Sanjeev V Shukla & students and farmers.

CRMC Members Rahat Khan, Amit William, Nidhi Massey and Sanjeev V Shukla. Radio Adan Launch Date Broadcast Hours School of Film & Mass Communication, 15-07-2008 8 hours Sam Higginbottom Institute of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (AAI-DU), Naini, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh-211 007 8933076757, 7607190246 Languages [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, English and local [email protected] 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM language 133 Radio Amity uttar pradesh 107.8MHz Genesis Launched on 24th October, 2013, Radio Amity airs a diverse range of programmes on issues concerning the local community. Backed by Ashok K Chauhan, founder-presi- dent of Amity University, the CR station gives user friendly information on various issues and subjects relevant to its listeners.

Thematic Focus The focus is on women, farmers, mental health, social issues, legal aid services, scientific development, etc.

Signature Programmes Womania, Legal aid, Agri Show, Samvidhaan, Bharat Bhagya Vidhata, and Career Forum.

Innovations in Format Innovative programmes like Legal Aid, Samvidhaan, and Bharat Bhagya Vidhata advocate the use of group discus- sions and debates to discuss ideas.

Core Team R K Dargan, Gauri Chakraborty, Tanushree Pabbi, Vidanshu , Rachit Agarwal, and Drishti Sethi.

CRMC Members R K Dargan, Gauri Chakraborty and Tanushree Pabbi.

Radio Amity Launch Date Broadcast Hours 3rd Floor, J1 Block, Amity University, 24-10-2013 24 hours Uttar Pradesh, Sector 125, Noida, Uttar Pradesh - 201 303 09810699588, 8373972766, 0120-439230 www.amity.edu [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages Round-the-clock Hindi and English 134 uttar pradesh 107.4 MHz Radio Noida Genesis Radio Noida was set up more than six years ago to create awareness on various social issues in the community. It reaches more than 10 lakh listeners, particularly with the help of its mobile app called AAFT. It broadcasts shows for entertainment as well as information, touching nearly every aspect of our life.

Thematic Focus This CR station works as a vehicle for communication for the community, voluntary sector, civil society, social agen- cies, NGOs, etc.

Signature Programmes Udaan Zindgi Ki, Real Hero, Panchayat, Hello History, Sanjeevni, and Noida Ki Shaan.

Innovations in Format Radio Noida broadcasts content that is popular and relevant to the local community.

Key Partners Kasp and Apna School.

Core Team Sushil Kumar Bharti, Geet Choudhary, Shipli Singh, Ritu Sinha, and Khusbhu Dixit.

CRMC Members Aabha Mishra, Bhavika Mehra, Chitra Sharma and Ritu Launch Date Broadcast Hours Sinha. Radio Noida 14/15/16A, Film City Noida, 15-08-2009 17 hours Marwah Studies Complex, Noida, Uttar Pradesh - 201 301 09582751074, 0120-2515237, 4831111 www.radionoida.fm Languages [email protected] Hindi, Bhojpuri, Kaurvi, Broadcast Timing Haryanvi, Gurjari and 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM English 135 Radio Noida Lok Manch uttar pradesh 91.2 MHz Genesis Radio Noida Lok Manch has been set up by Noida Lok Manch, working in the areas of primary education and health for marginalised sections of the society. The radio station was established to increase awareness and empower people.

Thematic Focus The focus is on local talent and local issues.

Signature Programmes Nayi Subah, Succss Mantra, Desi Kalakar, Shaam Ka Salaam, Yadon Ka Silsila, Ragini Express, and Aap Ki Chaupal.

Innovations in Format Innovative programmes on varied topics like empower- ment of village women, village problems, health, sanita- tion, education and employment are aired.

Key Partners Key partners include Power Grid Corporation of India, Noida Lok Manch and village committee of Greater Noida.

Core Team Raghav Gupta, Vimal Solanki, Harsh Wardhna and Devesh Kishore.

CRMC Members Yogendra Narain, Ganesh Shanker Tripathi, Mahesh Kumar Saxena, Harsh Wardhan, Devesh Kishore and Trilok Sharma. Radio Noida Lok Launch Date Broadcast Hours Manch 09-08-2014 6 hours Tilapta Kranwas, Greater Noida, Gautam Budh Nagar, Surajpur Dadri Road, Broadcast Timing Uttar Pradesh – 201 306 Languages 0120-2517337, 9810722102 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM [email protected] 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Hindi and local [email protected] 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM language 136 uttar pradesh 90.8 MHz Radio SD Genesis Set up by SD College of Pharmacy & Vocational Studies at Muzaffarnagar, Radio SD provides a platform for students to enrich their knowledge, help fellow students through interactive sessions and the local community members to showcase their hidden talent and share their stories in their own voices.

Thematic Focus The focus is on improving the lives of the target audiences with the help of infotainment.

Signature Programmes Morning Masti, Mohalla Muzaffarnagar, Health Care, Kisan Desh Ki Jaan, and Yaadon Ka Safar.

Innovations in Format Outdoor broadcasting, involving community members, conducting tutorial classes and managing a helpline for students.

Key Partners Stakeholders include Chief Medical Officer, Chief Develop- ment Officer, Evan Hospital, Mahikashi Farms, etc.

Core Team Sidharth Sharma, Rahul Dev, Mukesh Gautam, Shivank, Geeta Karki, Khushi Arora, Bhanu Chawla, Diksha Arora, Anchal Dhiman, and Abhishek. Launch Date Broadcast Hours CRMC Members Radio SD Neeraj Kumar, Neelkamal Puri, Devendra Kumar, Hari Mandi Samiti Road, 12-05-2015 24 hours Muzaffarnagar, Bhushan, Vinod Kumar, Sidharth Sharma, Rahul Dev, Uttar Pradesh - 251 001 Yogendra Gar, Lokesh Bhardwaj, Awadesh Gopal, 8937095030 Geetanjali Verma, Arvind Kumar, Veenus Jain, Lalit www.radiosdfm.com [email protected] Shashtri, Rajesh Garg, Md Raza, and Sanjeev Kumar. Broadcast Timing Languages Round-the-clock Hindi 137 Salaam Namaste uttar pradesh 90.4 MHz Genesis Salaam Namaste, a unit of IMS Noida, is the first commu- nity radio station of Noida and Ghaziabad.

Thematic Focus The focus is on social issues, underprivileged kids, senior citizens, health, education, social awareness, and local tal- ent hunt programmes. Besides, the CR station is a platform for junior RJs and inspiring stories of community members.

Signature Programmes Second Innings Ko Salaam (senior citizens), Chakh De Chotu (underprivileged kids), Salaam Shakti (women’s empower- ment); Salaam Sehat (health), and Dhoom Pichak Dhoom (junior RJs).

Innovations in Format Innovative programmes include Exam Alert (phone-in with school teachers with callers asking questions), Chakh De Chotu (for underprivileged kids) and Salaam Sehat (doctor answer questions in this phone-in programme).

Core Team Barsha Chabaria, Alpana Parikh, Kritika, Abhishek , Kamlesh Mahajan and Sameeha.

Salaam Namaste Launch Date Broadcast Hours A 8 B, Block C, IMS College, 15-09-2008 10 hours Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh – 201 303 9650723550 www.salaamnamaste.in [email protected] [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Hindi and Haryanvi 138 uttar pradesh 90.8 MHz Suno Sharda CR Genesis Suno Sharda began operating from Sharda University, Greater Noida, in late December 2015.

Thematic Focus Since Greater Noida is neither fully urban nor rural and is emerging as an education hub, the station is focusing pri- marily on students and also to some extent on apartment dwellers and other strata of society.

Signature Programmes Radio OPD, Canteen, Biography, Baat Pate Ki, Sharda Savera, Vakil Sahab Hazir Hain, etc.

Core Team Prabuddha Jain and Asad Alvi.

Suno Sharda CR Launch Date Broadcast Hours Sharda University, 16-12-2016 4 hours 32-34, Knowledge Park-III, Greater Noida - 201 306 9999400973, 0120-4060205 Sharda.ac.in [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Hindi 139 Voice of Azamgarh uttar pradesh 90.8 MHz Genesis The Voice of Azamgarh was launched to inform and enter- tain the local community, preserve its cultural heritage and empower people by enabling them to tap their own resources.

Signature Programmes Tan-Tan Tandurusti, Jaan Hai To Jahan Hai, Jano Aur Sam- jho, Udaan, Aapke-Beech, Inse Miliye, Parwaz, Teri Bate Mere Geet, etc.

Innovations in Format The CR station uses formats like audio collage, illustrative stories, docu- dramas, folk songs and musical features, etc.

Key Partners Partners include M A Beg Girls PG College, Department of Science and Technology, Maulana Azad Educational Society, etc.

Core Team Seema Bharti Srivastava, Arafat Beg, Somaiyya, Suneel, Nidhi Gupta, Rimsha and Mamta Yadav.

CRMC Members Mirza S H Beg Mirza, Arif Beg, Seema Bharti, Swasti Singh, Madhuri Singh, Preeti Tripathi, Ishrat Jahan and Neharshi.

Voice of Azamgarh Launch Date Broadcast Hours College Campus, 18-02-2011 10 hours M A Beg Girls PG College, Anjaan-Shaheed, Azamgarh, Uttar-Pradesh - 276 206 09839211624, 09721150005 Broadcast Timing [email protected] 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Languages 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Hindi, Urdu, and 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Bhojpuri 140 uttar pradesh 91.2 MHz Waqt Ki Awaaz Genesis Promoted by Shramik Bharti, Waqt Ki Awaaz started for- mal broadcasting on 24th September 2013. The CR station reaches out to more than 3,00,000 people in about 300 villages.

Thematic Focus The focus is on local art & culture, social harmony and respect for pluralistic society, preventing violence against women, preventive health education, sustainable manage- ment of natural resource based livelihoods, community participation in management of Panchayati Raj Institu- tions, and transparency in management of government programmes and schemes.

Signature Programmes Gaon Gthariya, Ghar Kee Lutiya Khet Na Jaihai, Jiya Me Uthat Hilor, Pradhanin Bhauji, Socho Aur Khelo, Khair Khabriya, Butee Bua, and Chatkara.

Innovations in Format Programmes are based on formats like drama, interview, talk show, magazine, story and diary.

Key Partners Maraa, Breakthrough, Ideosync Media Combine, Sesame Workshop (India) Trust and GramVaani.

Core Team Rakesh Kumar Pandey, Radha Shukla, Neetu Singh, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Harendra Kothiyal, Hari Pandey, Sumit Sharma and Waqt Ki Awaaz Karishma. Opposite Ganga Bal Vidyalaya, 24-09-2013 8 hours Bairy Dariyao, Bairi Sawai, Maitha, Akabarpur, Kanpur Dehat, CRMC Members Uttar Pradesh - 209 204 Broadcast Timing Nayantara, Asha, Maya, Vimla Kushwaha, Pushpa, Mahesh, 8953991352, 9935535680 www.shramikbharti.org.in 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Sushil, Braj Bihari and Khushi Lal. [email protected] 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Languages [email protected] 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hindi 141 Hello Haldwani uttarakhand 91.2 FM Genesis Hello Haldwani’s primary focus is on airing programmes for the university fraternity and the local community. It airs various programmes for students and the people of Hald- wani and Nainital and Udham Singh Nagar districts.

Thematic Focus Since the focus is on upliftment of the community, socio- cultural and educational programmes are aired.

Signature Programmes Various common interest progammes are aired for the pur- pose of education, career counselling, etc. Programmes for community development, socio-cultural enrichment and educational purposes are also beamed.

Innovations in Format This CR station produces in-house programmes based on original educational content, career guidance information and community sourced knowledge.

Core Team Govind Singh, Pradeep Pathak, Vineet Pauriyal and Rajesh Arya.

CRMC Members Govind Singh, Pradeep Pathak and Vineet Pauriyal.

Hello Haldwani Launch Date Broadcast Hours Uttarakhand Open University, 02-11-2012 7 hours Behind Transport Nagar, Vishwavidyalaya Marg Haldwani - 263 139 9410964787, 05946-261122 radio.uou.ac.in Languages [email protected] Broadcast Timing Hindi, English, Kumaoni 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Garhwali 142 uttarakhand 107.8 MHz Himgiri Ki Awaaz Genesis Himgiri Zee University situated on the outskirts of Dehra- dun is an Essel Group initiative, which aims to deliver qual- ity education focusing on both theoretical and practical aspects. Keeping this aim in view, the university has set up Himgiri Ki Awaaz on its campus, which focusses on issues related to community welfare and education.

Thematic Focus Education and awareness creation.

Signature Programmes Happy Morning, Vicharo Ki Udaan, Community interviews, Ek Kadam Sehat Ki Aur, Waqt Hamara Hai, and Baatein Kal Aaj Kal.

Innovations in Format Different formats have been tried in programmes related to education, health, women’s issues, youth and motiva- tion. The formats range from interviews to features.

Core Team Amardeep Singh (radio in-charge), Rajni Bharara (RJ) and Tauseef Iqbal.

CRMC Members Kailash, Vikas, Rakesh Rajan, Uma Bisht and communica- tion students.

Himgiri Ki Awaaz Launch Date Broadcast Hours Himgiri Zee University, 17-09-14 8 hours Sherpur, Chakrata Road, Dehradun - 248 123 Uttarakhand 7579282951 www.hzu.edu.in Broadcast Timing [email protected], 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Languages [email protected] 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Hindi and English 143 Kumaon Vani uttarakhand 90.4 MHz Genesis Kumaon Vani was set up by TERI in March 2010 in the Naini- tal district of Uttarakhand with the aim to bring together the local community across several villages in the valley of Kumaon as it realized that lack of access to information was a big roadblock in promoting sustainable development in this mountainous region. The CR station also enables farm- ers to share knowledge and information on agriculture.

Thematic Focus Some key focus areas are sustainable agriculture, educa- tion and healthcare, water and sanitation, gender and edu- cation, forestry and biodiversity, delivery of government welfare programmes, accountability in local governance, and Kumaoni music, art and culture.

Signature Programmes Mehakta Aanchal, Radio Mathematics, and Kissan Kal Aur Aaj.

Innovations in Format Vox pop, live-feed through phone-in, group discussion and drama to documentary are employed.

Key Partners Kumaon Vani works on collaborative projects with several organisations including Maraa, Gram Vaani, Ideosync Media Combine, and Disaster Management & Mitigation Centre. It has received financial support from Department of Audio Visual Publicity, and Department of Science and Technology.

Kumaon Vani Launch Date Broadcast Hours Core Team TERI Trisha Farm, 11-03-2010 8 hours Mohan Singh, Bahadur Singh, Jitendra Singh, Narayan Gram Supi, Ramgarh, Nainital - 263 137 Singh, Hema Mehta and Ritu Arya. Two members from Uttarakhand TERI and eight local youth volunteers. 08449860762, 09899804490 [email protected], Broadcast Timing [email protected] 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Languages CRMC Members 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Kumaoni and Hindi Rishu Nigam, Mohan Singh Karki and Munni Devi. 144 uttarakhand 90.8 FM Mandakini Ki Awaaz Genesis Mandakini Ki Awaaz established by Kalyan Sewa Samiti in 2014, the station focuses on social development in the region and aims to produce shows to address different issues in the region. Thematic Focus Disaster management, education, nutrition, drinking water, sanitation, woman and public health, livelihoods, migration, community well being and preservation of local language, traditions, folk Music and culture. Signature Programmes Dev Aradhana, Dandiyon Ma Ghaam, Gaon-Galon Ka Haal Chal, Apri Farmaish, Gham Budhadi Samon, Nauni Nauni- yalon Ka Dagda, Dedi Bhuliyon Ka Dagda, Ham, and Dana Syano Ka Dagd.

Innovations in Format Innovative formats are employed in segments like Potlis (capsules with information on education, farming, health, career), Aap Ka Swaal, Vibhaagon Ke Jawab (a phone-in show which relays community members’ questions to the concerned departments), Dr Dedi Ki Salah (on health), Mausam Ka Haal (on weather), Bajar Bhav (on local market information), and Khoya Paya (lost and found). Key Partners PPC. Core Team Manvendra Negi, Devi Lal Bharti, Shivanand Nautiyal, Uma Mandakini Ki Awaaz Broadcast Timing Broadcast Hours Negi, Poonam Rawat and Punam Badiyari. Senna Gadsari, Uchhadungi, Monday - Saturday: Monday - Saturday: Rudraprayag - 246 425, Uttrakhand, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM 8 hours CRMC Members 09837095433, 09639649917, 12:30 PM- 1.30 PM Sunday: [email protected], 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM 3 hours and Gyan Singh Chouhan, Charan Singh Rana, Manvendra [email protected] Sunday: 30 minures Negi, Rajnarayan Rana, Devi Lal Bharti, Poonam Rawat, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Anand Negi, Sujan Rawat, Rekha Rana, Dharamveer Negi, Launch Date 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Languages Jitendra Negi, Sapna Parswan, Sudha Devi and others. 21-09-2014 Garhwali and Hindi 145 NIVH Hello Doon uttarakhand 91.2 MHz Genesis NIVH Hello Doon was set up with a desire to cater to the needs of the visually challenged in and around the insti- tute. It also focuses on print handicapped citizens and envisages using the medium to educate them in the area of their interest and bring out the latent talent in them. Besides, the visually challenged are also trained to take up gainful placement as RJs/announcers and scriptwriters.

Thematic Focus Infotainment programmes, particularly for the visually challenged.

Signature Programmes Sangeet Shiksha, and Hunar Hai To Kadar Hai.

Innovations in Format The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has selected NIVH Hello Doon as one of the stations to air its programme Hunar Hai To Kadar Hai.

Core Team Shelender Tewari and John Gideon.

NIVH Hello Doon Launch Date Broadcast Hours National Institute for the Visually 31-03-2012 9 hours Handicapped, Hellen Kellar Bhawan, 116 Rajpur Road, Dehradun - 248 001 0135-2743144 09368031612 Broadcast Timing Languages [email protected] 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Hindi, English, Garhwali 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM and other local dialects 146 uttarakhand 90.8 MHz Pantnagar Janvani Genesis The GB Pant University has three mandates – education, research and extension. Pantnagar Janvani is working as a part of extension and communication efforts of the uni- versity to disseminate relevant need-based research and technologies to farmers and allied beneficiaries.

Thematic Focus Pantnagar Janvani seeks to bridge the information gaps between all sections of the society, especially of the farm- ers, with the latest and relevant information shared by experts of different subjects like agriculture, veterinary, animal sciences, horticulture, food technology, nutrition, public health, plant pathology, entomology, soil science, vegetable science, agribusiness management, etc.

Signature programmes Krishi Sandesh on agricultural technologies and Gaon Ki Baat in which farmers directly ask questions related to their agricultural problems and concerned scientists address provide them solutions.

Innovative formats The CR station mainly uses features and docu-drama for- mats, which encourage the participation of the commu- nity. Along with these, the drama, interview, field reporting and vox-pop formats are popular in Pantnagar Janvani.

CRMC Members Mangala Rai, Vice-Chancellor & Chairman, Vir Singh, Dr Y Launch Date Broadcast Hours P S Dabas, J P Singh, J Kumar, R S Raghuvanshi, G K Singh, Pantnagar Janvani Uma Melkania, H C Sharma, Devendra Kumar, I J Singh, Department of Agricultural 15-08-2011 12 hours Communication, GB Pant University D S Murty, Pankaj Tiwari, District Magistrate, Chief Devel- of Agriculture & Technology, opment Officer; Chairman, UASTDC, 1 progressive farmer, Pantnagar - 263 145, Uttarakhand progressive farmer woman, and S K Kashyap. 05944-233122, 7500241487 [email protected], [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Hindi 147 Radio Khushi uttarakhand 90.4 MHz Genesis Radio Khushi is the one of the first community radio sta- tions of Uttarakhand. Launched on 16th April 2010, Radio Khushi is headed by chairman Sardar Jaspal Singh of Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School. The station aims to create a platform that brings together ideas, opinions and thoughts of all age groups and segments of the society.

Thematic focus The focus is on radio shows with doctors, advocates (on legal and social issues), panel discussions, NGOs, empow- erment, real life inspirational stories and programmes.

Signature programmes Aawaz Do Apne Dil Ko, Hello Doctor, Pahaad Bachao, Paryavaran Bachao, Mussoorie Ki Awaaz, Socho Dil Se, Aao Jeelein Zara, Suili Baate, Suprabhatam, Khushi Express, and Meru Pahaad.

Innovations in format Shows providing valuable advice on different issues and creating a participatory platform for enhancing commu- nication among community members in multi-lingual formats are quite popular.

Core team Arjun Kaintura, Nupur Karawal, Sunil Bakshi, Madan Lingwan, Kiran Thapa, Ravindra Sing, Ashish Singh and Indu Kapoor.

Radio Khushi Launch Date Broadcast Hours CRMC member Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School, 16-04-2010 16 hours Sardar Jaspal Singh, Sunil Bakshi, Arjun Kaintura, Nupur Sardar Mehtab Singh Road, Vincent Hill/ Shangri-La, Karanwal Kaintura, Madan Lingwan, Atul Pundir and Sunita Mussoorie, Uttarakhand- 248 179 Rana. 0135-2634040, 8057230000 Languages [email protected], Garhwali, Jaunsari, [email protected] Broadcast Timing Kumaoni, Hindi, Punjabi 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM and English 148 uttarakhand 90.8 MHz Radio Zindagee Genesis Radio Zindagee came into existence on 15th April 2013 to spread the awareness among various sections of the society by broadcasting programmes related to youth, agriculture, health, environment, social issues and other burning topics that have a great impact on the society. Promoted under the aegis of Graphic Era Educational Society, Dehradun, the motto of Radio Zindagee is to cre- ate in people curiosity for knowledge. Radio being the most accessible medium of communication carries a great responsibility of educating the society and Radio Zindagee is committed to work in such a way that it benefits and educates the people of the area.

Thematic Focus Education and environment.

Signature Programmes Paani Re Paani, Bol Dehradun Bol, Salaam Dehradun, Sehat Aapki Baat Humari, and Humare Adhikar.

Innovations in Format The station encourages students to use multiple formats to produce radio programmes for the benefits of the society.

Key Partners Graphic Era University, Dehradun, is the key partner.

Core Team Navneet Gairola, Rakesh Kumar Nainwal, Aakriti Thapa, Launch Date Broadcast Hours Ashish Sharma, Devansh Sharma, Babita Bangwal and Radio Zindagee Gursimran Jassal. Graphic Era Educational Society, 15-04-2014 15 hours Bell Road, Clement town - 248 002 CRMC Members Dehradun R C Ghanshala and Laxmi Ghanshala. 9997238744, 0135-2645886 [email protected] Broadcast Timing Languages 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Hindi 149 Samudayik Radio Henvalvani uttarakhand 90.4 MHz Genesis The roots of Samudayik Radio Henvalvani at Chamba were laid in September 2001 when a group of young rural youth came together in an attempt to find a distinct voice of their own. After more than 10 years of ground work, the station finally got its broadcasting licence in 2012 and went on air. Thematic Focus Local culture, knowledge, language and talent. Signature Programmes Bhakti Darshan, Inami Sawal, Sedhi Baat, Hamara Gaon, Yuva Manch, Swad Jurauyaad, Nau Par Vikas Ka, Khusiyon Kaaagan, Gram Darshan, Antakshari, Baal Jagat, Rojgaar Darshan, Katha Kahani, Ek Mulakaat, Meena Ki duniya, Yogparwartak, Prerak Prasang, Bujhni, Aukhana, Geet Ganga, and Ku Cha Jimmewaar. Innovations in Format Most of the programmes are recorded on the field. In other programmes, community people participate in script writ- ing and information sharing. Key Partners Digital Empowerment Foundation, Ideosync Media Com- bines, MARAA, Gramvani, Uttarakhand Jan Jagriti Sasthan, Lady Ervin College, etc. Core Team Rajendra Negi, Ravi Gusain,Vedkishor Rayal, Aarti Bisht, Rakhi, Sheetal Bisht, Pooja Rana, Sangita Nakoti,Vipin Negi, Samudayik Radio Launch Date Broadcast Hours Mamta Sajwan, Brijesh Panwar, Susheel Saklani, Praveen Henvalvani 03-03-2012 8 hours Panwar, Praveen Uniyal and eight village reporters. Mussoorie Road, Chamba, Tehri, Garhwal, Uttarakhand - 249 145 CRMC Members 01376-256159, 9412970251, Broadcast Timing Raghubhai Jardhari, Arnya Ranjan, Padam Gusain, Deven- 9411747466 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Languages dra Dumoga, Pradeep Bhandari, Vijay Jardharri and Beena [email protected] 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Garhwali, Kumauni, Sajwan. [email protected] 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Jaunsari and Hindi 150 west bengal 91.2 MHz NSHM CR Genesis NSHM CR was established to provide a platform to disseminate, information, knowledge and social communi- cation to the target community.

Thematic Focus Catering to welfare and interest of the community within a radius of 10 Km, the programmes are both informative and entertaining. Programmes are focused on giving voice to the voiceless, particularly empowering women and youth by enabling them to exercise their freedom of expression.

Signature Programmes Hello Doctor, Tomar Shathe, Annadaata, etc.

Innovations in Format The station continuously evaluates the effectiveness of the programmes through feedback and surveys. The station broadcasts a special cookery show wherein dif- ferent households of the community showcase their talent. Annadaata is an innovative programme highlight- ing developments in the field of agriculture.

Key Partners Community members and volunteers, NGOs, doctors, social groups, social activists, students, etc.

Core Team Buroshiva Dasgupta, Rajib Chanda, Rajesh Sisiodia, Barnali Ray, Srinivas Rao, Aneesha Mehta Kothari, Tamal Das, Ayon Launch Date Broadcast Hours Chakraborty and Namasish Sharma. NSHM CR 124 B L Saha Road, 26-12-2013 9 hours Kolkata - 700 053. CRMC Members 033-24030154 Shibha Prasad Singha, Subhrata Chakraborty, Sanchiti, [email protected] Prashanto Saha, Manmit Singh, Rajib Chanda, Buroshiva Languages Dasgupta and Aneesha Mehta Kothari. Broadcast Timing Bengali and other local 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM dialects 151 Radio JU west bengal 90.8 MHz Genesis Radio JU is West Bengal’s first CR station and was launched by Jadavpur University, Kolkata, on the day of the Bengali New year (14th April) in 2008. Thematic Focus Education, sports, health & hygiene, traditional & folk songs, culture & heritage, music & entertainment, child rights, law, social issues, disability issues, etc. Signature Programmes Sishu Tirtho (children), Alochona (discussion), Sanskriti (culture), Kolkata Kolkata (heritage), Khai Khai (food & recipes), Musical Hour, Ainer Chokhe (law), Natya Company (theatre), Sahoj Path (education), Srutinatoker Asor (drama), Mukhomukhi (interviews), Cholo Let’s Go (travel), Sunno Theke Suru (maths), Skill India (skills), etc. Innovations in Format Docu-feature, drama, feature, experience of the child reporter, magazine, etc. Key Partners Jadavpur University, has provided support to set up and run the station; National Council for Science & Technol- ogy Communication, Department of Science & Technol- ogy; Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change; National Skill Development Corporation, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship; and UNICEF. Core Team Radio JU Launch Date Broadcast Hours Nilanjana Gupta, Srabani Ray and Gopal Sarkar. Jadavpur University 14-04-2008 9 hours 188, Raja S C Mallick Road, CRMC Members Kolkata- 700 032 Manoj Kumar Mitra, Nilanjana Gupta, Iman Kalyan Lahiri, 9830543884, 8981806804 www.jaduniv.edu..in /radioju Abdul Kafi, Shaswata Bhattacharya, Abhijit Roy, Asim [email protected] Languages Karmakar, Sujit Kumar Mandal, Parthasarathi Bhaumik, Broadcast Timing Bangali, English and Samantak Das, Rimi B. Chatterjee, Jhuma Chakroborty, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Hindi Swarendu Sen, Abhijeet Mukherjee and others. 152 communityDIRE radioCTORY stations

153 Operational Community Radio Stations Empaneled with DAVP* State / No. Radio Station State / No. Radio Station State / No. Radio Station Andhra Pradesh 19 Radio Manipal 43 RADIO 7 1 GMR Radio 20 Radio Sarang 44 Radio Madhuban 2 Radio Ala 21 Radio Siddhartha Tamil Nadu Assam 22 Ramana Dhwani Kalanjiam Samuga 45 3 Jnan Taranga Kerala Vanoli 4 Radio Luit 23 Janvani CR 46 Kongu CRS Bihar 24 Radio Benziger 47 PARD Vaaoli CR 5 Radio Rimjhim 25 Radio Mattoli 48 Pasumai CR 6 Radio Snehi 26 Radio Media Village 49 Radio Kotagiri Chandigarh madhya Pradesh 50 Rathinavani CR 7 Radio Chitkara 27 Kisan Vani Sironj 51 Shyamalavani CR Chhattisgarh Maharashtra 52 SSM CR 8 Neotech CR 28 Manndeshi Tarang Vahini 53 Thendral CR Delhi 29 Radio FTII 54 VIT CR 9. JIMS CR 30 Radio Mast Telangana Gujarat 31 Radio MGIRI 55 Deccan Radio 10 Rudi No Radio 32 Sharada Krishi Vahini 56 Sangham Radio Haryana 33 Swaranant CRS Uttar Pradesh 11 Alfaz-e-Mewat 34 Vasundhara Krishi Vahini 57 Aap Ki Awaz Gurgaon Ki Awaaz 35 Vidyavani CR 58 Kisan Radio Basti 12 Samdayik Radio 36 Yeralavani CR 59 Radio Amity 13 Radio Manav Rachna Odisha 60 Radio Noida 14 Radio Mewat 37 Radio Kissan 61 Radio Noida Lok Manch Himachal Pradesh 38 Radio Muskan 62 Radio SD 15 Hamara MSPICM 39 Radio Namaskar 63 Salaam Namaste Jammu & Kashmir Punjab 64 Voice Of Azamgarh 16 Radio Sharda 40 Avtar Radio Uttarakhand Karnataka Rajasthan 65 Kumaon Vani 17 Janadhwani 41 Alwar Ki Awaz Samudayik Radio 66 18 Radio Active 42 Kamalvani Henvalvani

* Based on the data provided by Community Radio Stations listed in this compendium. 154 Operational Community Radio Stations in India S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 1 91.2 ANU Radio Educational Registrar, Acharya Nargarjuna 8632346410 [email protected] G Anita University, Nargarjuna Nagar, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh

2 90.4 GMR Radio Educational 2nd Floor, 6th Block 08941-251592, [email protected] G Manmadha Rao GMR Institute of Technology, 9494641717 Rajam – 532127, Srikakulam AndhraPradesh 3 90.4 Karshakavani NGO Punganur Mandala Vayalaga 08581 250249 [email protected] Challa Divya Teja CR Rythula Samakhya, 28-114/4, Prasanth Nagar, Opp. APTRANSCO, Chowdepalle RoadPunganur - 517247, Chittoor District, AP 4 90.8 Radio Ala NGO 2nd Floor, Boggavarapu 9248040968, [email protected], K Satya Ayurveda Building, Cinema 9440040968 [email protected] ndhra Pradesh A ndhra Road, Kakinada-533001 5 90.4 Radio Vishnu Educational Shri Vishnu Engineering 8816250856 , [email protected], Hanumanth Rao College for Women, Vishnupur, 9949415027 Bhimavaram. [email protected] Andhra Pradesh - 534202 6 90.4 SVFM CRS Educational Sri Venkateswara Oriental 0877-2264055, [email protected], Vibhishana Sarma Tirupati College 0877-2264685, [email protected], S.V.College, Opp. TTD 09866234482, [email protected] Admn, Building, K.T.Road, 9959966161 Tirupati-517507 Andhra Pradesh 7 90.4 Brahmaputra NGO Maijan Borsaikia Gaon, P.O.- 9957722184 [email protected] Bhaskar Jyoti Bhuyan Community Hiloidhari, Dibrugarh, 0373-2303584 [email protected] Radio Station Assam-786002

8 ssam 90.4 Jnan Taranga Educational Krishna Kanta Handiqui State 0361-2229234, [email protected] Arupjyoti Choudhury, A CRS Open University, 08876509966, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, 08811033337 Rajat Baran Mahanta Dispur, Guwahati-781006

155 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 9 90.8 Radio Luit Educational 1st floor, IDOL building 8811092674 [email protected] Kandarpa Das Gauhati University, Gopinath 9435043124 Bardoloi Nagar, Jalukbari, 9707742189 ssam

A Dist. Kamrup (M), Assam. PIN- 781014 10 91.2 Krishi Vigyan Agriculture Bihar Agricultural University, 0641-2452611 [email protected], Binita Rani Kendra Barh Sabour, Bhagalpur, 09199424640 [email protected] Krishi Vigyan Kendra 9430252402 Agwanpur, Barh, Patna Bihar 803214 11 90.4 Radio Active NGO 2nd floor, Sumrit 7549000912, [email protected] Sandeep Kumar Pandey Mandal complex 9431275138, Netaji subhash Chandra 0641-2610393 Bose road Tilkamanjhi, Bhagalpur, Bihar- 812001 12 90.4 Radio NGO Ayodhya Lal Kalyan Niketan 06156-209010, [email protected], Kripa Shankar Srivastava

Bihar Rimjhim Village Sapha, PO Semra Bazaar 9471004551 [email protected] via Nechuyayalalpur, Gopalganj 841503, Bihar 13 90.4 Radio Snehi NGO Community Radio Station 9473438023, [email protected], Madhusudan Pandit Radio Snehi 9334069148 [email protected] Nai Basti, Fatehpur, Shivajee Nagar, Siwan, Bihar - 841226. 14 90.4 Uttam Radio Educational Indian Institute of Business 9835020036, [email protected] Sanjay Kumar Shukla Management, Institute Campus, 9835011447, Beaday Rd, Budh Marg, 9835011447 Patna -800001 Bihar

15 107.8 Desh Bhagat NGO Satguru Foundation 9501095010, [email protected], Yogesh Jangra Community S.C.O 181-182, Sec. 8-C, 8901491117 [email protected] Radio Madhya Marg Chandigarh (U.T) - 160009 16 91.2 Jyotirgamaya Educational School of Communication 8528654459 [email protected] Sunil Sharma handigarh

C Studies, 172-2710180 Arts Block VII, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014

156 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 17 107.8 Radio Educational Chitkara University 8146681078, [email protected] Ashutosh Mishra Chitkara Village -Jhansla, Patiala- 01762-507078, [email protected] Chandigarh Road, Near Rajpura 9501105609 Dist. Patiala Punjab - 140601 handigarh

18 C 90.4 Vivek CR Educational Community Radio Station, 0172-4679844, [email protected] Ashish Tandon Vivek High School, Sector 38 B, 9888324878 Chandigarh 160036 19 90.4 Neotech CR Educational Neotech Technical & 9425254338, [email protected], Sunil Palaskar Management 07774-223074 [email protected] School, Gurukripa Complex, II Floor, Deviganj Road, P.o Ambikapur Pincode - 497001 Chhattisgarh 20 90.4 Radio Raman Educational Dr C.V.Raman University 9098636869 [email protected] Soni Prasanna Kargi Road, Kota, Bilaspur, hhattisgarh

C Chhattisgarh 495001

21 90.4 Raipur CRS Agriculture Indira Gandhi Agricultural 0771-2423969, [email protected] S S Tuteja University 2284381, Krishak Nagar - 492006, 09425585171 Raipur, Chattisgarh 22 96.9 Apna Radio Educational Indian Institute of Mass 9811473416, [email protected], soumyajha. Rajendra Chugh, Communication 011-26742378 [email protected] Soumya Jha Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New JNU Campus, New Delhi - 110067 23 90.4 DU CR Educational University Stadium, G. C. 9891138542, [email protected], R K Singh Narang Road, 011-27662334 [email protected]

elhi North Campus, D University of Delhi. Delhi-110007 24 90.4 Jamia Radio Educational AJK Mass Communication 9868131880, [email protected], G R Syed, Research Centre, 011-26986812 [email protected] Jamia Millia Islamia, Md. Shakeel Akhtar Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar Marg, New Delhi – 110 025

157 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 25 96.9 JIMS CR Educational Jagan Institute of Management 9810329244, [email protected], Nirmal Bhatnagar Studies (JIMS), 3, Institutional 011-45184106, 07 [email protected] Area, Sector-5, Rohini, New Delhi - 110085 26 90.8 KRIMS CR Educational Spasth Education Society 011- 31907908, [email protected] Shiv Kant Plot No.1, BU Block, Main Outer 8860113839,

elhi Ring Road, Pitampura, New 9311095001 D Delhi 110034 27 90.4 Radio JIMS Educational Jagannath International 9899085579, [email protected], Sanyogita Choudhary Management School, 9910990809 [email protected], OCF, Pocket 9, Sector B, [email protected] Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110070 28 90.8 Guruvani Educational Gurunanak bhavan, 079-26302409, [email protected] Dinesh Goswami Radio EMRC building, 079-26309278 Gujarat university campus, Navrangpura - Ahmedabad 29 91.2 Junagadh Agriculture Directorate of Extension 94094 13456, [email protected], Virendra Bhatt Janvani Education 9979882630 [email protected] Junagadh Agricultural University JUNAGADH – 362001 (Gujarat)

30 90.4 Lokvani NGO Krishi Vigyan Kendra - 8128354453, [email protected] Brijendra Singh Rajawat Radio Junagadh 02795-232363 PO Ambujanagar, Ta. Kodinar, ujarat

G Dist. Gir Somnath (Gujarat)- 362715 31 90.4 Micavaani CR Educational Mudra Institute of 7567333399, [email protected] K R Narendra Babu Communication, Ahemdabad 02717-308250 Shela Village, Off, Sanand- Sarkhej Highway, Ahmedabad 380006, Gujarat 32 90.4 Rudi No NGO SEWA Academy, 079-26577115, [email protected], Shanta Koshti Radio Thakore bhai Park, 9825415062 [email protected] Manipur Village, Taluka: Sanand, Dist. Ahmedabad Gujarat 380006

158 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 33 90.4 Saiyere Jo NGO Kutch Mahila Vikas Sangathan 9879182322, [email protected] Asif Rayama Radio Village Bhimsar, Taluka 9737353523 Nakhtrana, Post Ratamiy, District - Kutch, Gujarat 370001 ujarat

34 G 90.4 Vallabh Educational Sardar Patel University, Near 02692-226860, [email protected] Divyang Dave Vidyanagar Department Of Electronics, 229992, Campus University Road, Vallabh 9427857995 Radio Vidyanagar-388120, Dist. Anand, Gujarat 35 107.8 Alfaz-e- NGO Community Centre, 9810529324, [email protected], Pooja O Murada, Mewat Village Ghaghas, 9971695935 [email protected], Block Nagina, District Mewat, [email protected] Arti Manchanda Grover Haryana - 122108 36 91.2 CCS HAU Agriculture CCS Haryana Agricultural 01662-284320, [email protected] Joginder Singh Malik Radio University Directorate of 9416397702 Extension Education, Hisar - 125004 Haryana 37 107.8 Gurgaon NGO The Restoring Force 9811126336, [email protected], Arti Jaiman Ki Awaz 27,Sector 18, Electronic City 01244087545 [email protected] Samudayik Udyog Vihar, Radio Gurgaon-122016.

38 aryana 90.8 JG Radio Educational JG Radio 9416136006, [email protected] Gopal Kamboj H C/O Bharat Sainik Sr. Sec., 9813122811 School Sirsa, Haryana 125055 39 91.2 Mindtree CR Educational Mind Tree School 9888005254 [email protected] Deepak Kumar Sector 1 Ambala city 134003 Haryana 40 107.8 Radio Manav Educational Manav Rachna International 0129-4198335, , [email protected], I K Kilam Rachna University, 8800495717 [email protected] Sector – 43, Aravali Hills, Delhi Surajkund Road, Faridabad – 121001 (Haryana)

159 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 41 90.4 Radio Mewat NGO The SMART Ngo 8685904904, [email protected], Meenakshi Kukreti, MDA, Transit Hostel, Opposite 9811166297 [email protected], Mohammad Arif CI Chowki, 01267-274696, [email protected] Near BSNL Exchange, Nuh, 271696 Mewat 122107 (Haryana)

42 90.4 Radio NGF Educational NGF College of Engineering & 8813808366, [email protected] Mukesh Gambhir, Palwal Technology, 9810866657 Kiran Panchal NGF Radio ( Palwal) 71st K.M, N.H-2, Vill. aryana

H Aurangabad, Delhi-Mathura Highway, Palwal, Haryana 121102 43 90.4 Radio Sirsa Educational Media Centre, Chaudhary 01666-247153, [email protected] Virendra Singh Chauhan Devilal University, Tagore 9812600387, Bhawan 9896441080 Barnala Road , Sirsa, Haryana 125055 44 90.8 Sanjha Radio NGO All India Samaj Sewa Kendra 8901295709, [email protected], Man Mohan Singh B-VI, 1345, Modern Colony, 9315896709 [email protected] Yamunanagar, Haryana – 135001 45 90.8 CRS Kuthar NGO Himanchal Harijan Kalyan 9816021623, [email protected] SS Banolta Sanstha 01783226231 Kuthur, Theog, Dist. Shimla, Himanchal Pradesh 171201 46 90.4 Hamara Educational M.S.Panwar Institute 9218848838, [email protected], B S Panwar MSPICM of Communication & 01792-229297 [email protected], Management, [email protected] Rajgarh Road,Shamti,

imachal Pradesh Solan (H.P), Pin- 173212 H 47 90.4 Tashi Delek Educational Tibetan Children’s Village 9816684664, [email protected], Phuntsok Dorjee CR School 9882039302 [email protected], Dharamshala Cantt, [email protected] Distt. Kangra H.P-176216

160 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 48 90.4 Radio Vikalp NGO Alternative for India 06564 228834, [email protected] K T Arasu Development, Vikalp 044-26272336, Community Radio, Nenuwa 09444387655 More Meral, Community Tech. harkhand

J College, dist Garhwa - 822114 Jharkhand 49 90.4 Radio Sharda NGO Pir Panchal 0191-2597806 [email protected] Vijay Kumar Koul Radio Sharda 90.4 FM Studio Complex, lower Buta nagar, TRT Migrant camp, Roop nagar ammu & ammu Kashmir Jammu 181121, Jammu & J Kashmir

50 90.8 Antarvani NGO Dept. Of Journalism and Mass 9448882050, [email protected] Shivraj Shastri CRS Communication, 9663466710 Godutai Doddappa Appa Arts & Commerce Degree College for Women, Sharnbasveshwar Vidya Vardhak Sangha Kalaburgi (Gulbarga), Karnataka -585103 51 90.8 Janadhwani Educational Jana Dhwani, CRS, 08228-265263, [email protected], Shivakumar Swami Vivekananda Youth 9900053119 [email protected] Movement, Hanchipura Road, Saragur, H D Kote taluk Mysore District, Karnataka- 571121

52 90.4 KLE Dhwani Educational B V Bhoomaraddi College of 0836-2378123 [email protected] Ashok S Shettar Karnataka Engineering and Technology Vidyanagar Hubli 580031, Karnataka 53 90.4 Krishi CR Agriculture Programme Officer, 9448838465, [email protected] Devendrappa Directorate of Extension, 0836-2440050 University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad- 580 005

54 90.4 Namma NGO 166, Budikote Village and Post, 9449920494, [email protected] Shivashankar Dhwani Bangarapete Taluk, 08153-256999 Kolar District, Karnataka – 563 147

161 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 55 90.8 Neladhani NGO Divyajyothi Vidya Kendra 080-27726066, [email protected] Venkatesh Chauthai CRS Vishwa Kendra, Chikkana Layot, 9448467142 Nelamangala, Bengaluru Rural District- 562123, Karnataka

56 90.4 Radio Active Educational Jain University 9845888686, [email protected], Pinky Chandran 1/1-1, Atria Towers, 080-22355490 Palace Road, [email protected] Bangalore- 560001 Karnataka 57 90.4 Radio Educational RadioManipal, 0820-2922747 [email protected], Shyam Bhat, Manipal School of Communication, [email protected] Tile Factory Road, Manipal, Manjunath Udupi District-576 104 Karnataka

58 107.8 Radio Sarang Educational St Aloysius College 0824-2449744, [email protected] William Marcel Light House Hill Road, 8242449744, Rodrigues SJ Post Box 720, 7353133777 Mangaluru- 575003, Karnataka Karnataka 59 90.8 Radio Educational Sri Siddhartha Institute of 9845606952, [email protected], Shivaji Ganeshan Siddhartha Technology 0816-2201342 [email protected] Radio Siddhartha 90.8 FM, PG Block, 1st floor, SSIT Campus, Maralur, Tumkur-572105 Karnataka 60 106.8 Radio Educational Universal College, 9886989727, [email protected] M S M Mannan Universal 90 Magadhi Main Road, 080-23111020 Vijay Nagar Toll Gate Circle Bengaluru, Karnataka 560044 61 90.4 Ramana NGO Shree Ramana Maharshi 080-26581076, [email protected], Deepak R Sagar Dhwani Academy for the Blind, CA,1-B, 26588045, [email protected] 3rd Cross, 3rd Phase, J.P.Nagar, 9986444233 Bengaluru-560078 Karnataka

162 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 62 90.4 Sarathi Jhalak NGO Saarathi Anugondana Halli, 9845536979 [email protected] Shamantha D S Hobli, Hoskote Taluk Bengaluru rural, Karnataka 560070 63 90.4 Venudhwani Educational KLE Adacemy of Higher 0831-2472141 [email protected] Veereshkumar S CR Education and Research 09844971345 [email protected] Nandagaon

Karnataka 3rd Floor, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Campus , Nehru Nagar, Belgaum 590010 Karnataka 64 90.4 Ahalia Voice NGO Ahalia School of Engineering 9744153417, [email protected], Ratheesh T and Technology, 04923-226888 [email protected] Ahalia Campus, Kozhippara P.O, Palakkad Kerala 678 557

65 91.2 Global Educational Global Educational Net 0479-2278325, [email protected] Educational P.B.No.11, Ambalapuzha 2278326, Net CR PO Alleppey 2272505 Alleppey 688561-Kerala 66 90.8 Janvani CR NGO Academic and Technical 8714449000, [email protected], Nirmal Mayyazhi Education Development 0490-2318000, [email protected] Society, New Mahe, Kannur 2371000 District, Kerala - 673311 67 107.8 Radio NGO Bishop Benziger Hospital 9744722299, [email protected], Ferdinand Peter

Kerala Benziger Community Radio Benziger, 0474-2762477 Beach Road, Mundakkal Village, [email protected] Kollam, Kerala 691001

68 90.4 Radio DC Educational DCSMAT School of media and 9846518971 [email protected], Sajikumar P business [email protected], Kinfra Film and Video Park, [email protected] Sainik School,P.O,Kazhakoottam Trivandrum, Kerala, 695582 69 90.4 Radio Educational Mar Athanasios College for 9446187299, [email protected], George Mathew MACFAST Advanced Studies (MACFAST) 0469-2730332 [email protected] MACFAST College Campus Tiruvalla, Pathanamthitta, Kerala - 689101

163 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 70 90.4 Radio Mattoli NGO Wayanad Social Service Society 9446030066 [email protected] Thomas Joseph Therakam Dwaraka, Nallurnadu (P.O), Mananthavady, Wayanad (Dist), Kerala– 670645

71 90.8 Radio Media Educational St Joseph College of 9447968033, [email protected] K Vipin Raj Village Commu nication 0481-2720025 Kerala Media Village, Kurishummoodu P.O, Changanacherry , Kottayam(dist), Kerala 686 104 72 90.4 Chanderi Ki NGO Bunkar Vikas Sanstha 9425768634, [email protected], Swadesh Samaiya Awaaz Community Radio 07547–252046 [email protected] Chanderi ki awaaz Old Bus Stand, C/o Sunil Jain’s Near Hotel Shrikunj, Chanderi Madhya Pradesh, Pin code- 473446 73 90.4 Kissan Vani NGO Indian Society Of Agribusiness 9319969042, [email protected], Jitender Sharma, Sironj Professionals(ISAP) 07591-253942 [email protected] Rakesh Batham ISAP Community Radio Station, Mandi Prangan, Begam Bag, Dist- Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh - 464228

74 91.2 Radio Awaaz NGO Swami Vivekanand Shiksha 09425373168, [email protected] Dhirendra Kushwaha, Samiti (SVSS) 0755-2488171 Sujoy Aich M-20/3-A, Saket Nagar, adhya Pradeshadhya

M Bhopal 462024 Madhya Pradesh

75 90.8 Radio Azad Educational Assistant Director, 9826289379, [email protected] Shriram Tiwari, Hind Swaraj Sansthan Sanchalany, 0755-2666863 Sanjay Yadav Bhopal Gpo, Ravindra Bhavan Parisar, Bhopal Madhya Pradesh - 462001 76 90.4 Radio NGO Development Alternatives 8802483093, [email protected], Gazala Shaikh Bundelkhand B-32, Tara Crescent, 7752936618 [email protected] Naheda Shekh Qutub Institutional Area [email protected] Deshraj Singh New Delhi -110016 [email protected]

164 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 77 90.4 Radio Educational Radio Bhabra, C/O Shaskiya 8305444700 [email protected] Hemant Chaudhary Chandra Utkrishta, Uchchatar Shekhar Madhyamik Vidhyalaya, Bhabra Azaad Nagar Disst. Alirajpur, M.P 457822 (Bhabra) 78 107.8 Radio NGO Sambhav Social Service 7415764492 [email protected] Nabil Singh Dhadkan Organization Radio Dhadkan Near Hotel Sonchiriya Circular Road, Gwalior By-Pass Shivpuri- 473551, Madhya Pradesh, India 79 90.4 Radio Educational RKDF Institute of Science & 0755-4222904, [email protected], Mritunjay Singhai Popcorn Technology 9893448220, [email protected] 12 Jatkhedi Hoshangabad 8989866220 Road Bhopal 462026 Madhya Pradesh 80 90.4 Radio NGO Village Manegaon Tiraha Post 8720839714 [email protected], Ranjeet Singh Yadav Sanskar Gundrae , Tahsil Gotegaon Dist. 9425357127 [email protected]

adhya Pradeshadhya Narsinghpur, ( M.P. ) M 81 90.4 Vanya Radio NGO Vanya-A-Government of M.P 0755-2661155 [email protected] Prakash Dhurve Bijori Undertaking, Vanya, Rajiv 9669982625 Gandhi Bhawan, 35, Shyamlla Hills, Bhopal 462002, Madhya Pradesh

82 90.4 Vanya Radio NGO Diksha Welfare & Culture 9826010459, [email protected] Mukund Sharma Chanda Society 9424688881 Chanda Dist. Dindori 462003 Madhya Pradesh 83 90.4 Vanya Radio Educational Vanya Radio Chicholi 9425382104 [email protected] N K Malviya Chicholi C/o Shaskiya Utkrishta Uchchatar Madhyamik Vidhyalaya Chicholi Betul, M.P. 460001

165 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 84 90.4 Vanya Radio Educational Vanya Radio, 9424523908 [email protected] Satish Kumar Singh Khalwa C/o Shaskiya Utkrishta Uchchatar Madhyamik Vidhyalaya, Khalwa, District Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh – 450117 85 90.8 Vanya Radio Educational Vanya Samudayik radio Kendra 7354743117, [email protected] Santosh Yadav Nalchha Nalchha, 8269040565

adhya Pradeshadhya Govt. E.H.S.S. Nalchha, M Dist. Dhar (M.P.) Pin - 454010 86 90.8 Vanya Radio Educational C/O Government HSC School, 9425796904, [email protected] S P Bhargava Sesaipura Sesaipura, District-Sheopur, 9893003878 Madhya Pradesh 476355. 87 90.4 Dnyanvani Educational D.Y.Radio, Level II, 9987977700, [email protected] M Wasim Ansari, DY Patil College of Law 7738229083 Rahul Binit College Building, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400706

88 90.4 Green CR NGO Sasneha Kala Krida Ani 9604111001, [email protected], Prajakta Shah Sanskrutik Mandal, 8007505000 [email protected] Basement,Shiv Pavalion, Near Ram Mandir, Sangli-Miraj Road, Sangli Maharashtra 416416 89 90.8 KVK Pravara Agriculture Krishi Vigyan Kendra (PIRENS) 9822519260, [email protected] Sunil Borude CR Babhaleshwar, Tal. Rahata, 02422-252414

aharashtra Dist. Ahmednagar - 413737 M 90 90.4 Manndeshi NGO Mann Deshi Foundation 9403704767, [email protected], Shivaji Maruti Yadav Tarang Vahini (Mannvikas Samajik Sanstha) 02373-270400 [email protected] Mhaswad, Taluka Mann, Satara, Maharashtra 415509 91 107.8 MUST Radio Educational University of Mumbai 9869164174, [email protected] Pankaj Athawale MUST Radio 022-26525367, 3rd floor, Ranade Bhavan, 022-26525366 CST Road, Kalina, Santacruz East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400098

166 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 92 90.4 Radio FTII Educational Radio FTII 90.4 020-25420904, [email protected] Sanjay J Chandekar Film & Television Institute of 25428904 India, Law College Road, Pune - 411004

93 90.4 Radio Mast Educational M.S.G. Arts, Science and 8888309904, [email protected], Santosh D Parchure Commerce College, 9272727999 [email protected] Community Radio Station 90.4 F.M. Radio Mast’Malegaon- Camp Loknete Vyankatraoji Hiray Marg, Malegaon-Camp - 423 105 Dist. Nasik Maharashtra 94 90.4 Radio MGIRI NGO Mahatma Gandhi Institute for 9665041123, [email protected], P B Kale, Rural Industrialization, 07152-252599 [email protected] Venkat Rao Maganwadi, Ramnagar Wardha 9922337361 Amol Deshmukh - 442001 Maharashtra

95 90.4 Radio Nagar NGO Dr Adkar Balkalyan sankul, 9011112390, [email protected] Rupali Deshmukh Lendkar mala, 7743980353 aharashtra Balikashram road, M Ahmednagar, Maharashtra - 414001

96 90.8 Radio NGO Near Water Tank, Infront of 9970033445 [email protected] Mohd Shoeb VatsaGulm Gote College, Washim, Dist. Washim. Maharashtra - 444505 97 90.8 Radio NGO Vishwajyoti Apartment 9270529805, [email protected], Vivek Thakur Vishwas Basement of Vishwas Co-op 9028089000 [email protected] Bank Ltd, Mumbai Naka Branch, Behind Prakash Petrol Pump Govind Nagar, Mumbai Naka, Nashik. 422009 Maharashtra, 98 90.4 Sadhana Agriculture Sadhana Community Radio 9922410177, [email protected], K A Dhapke Radio Station, 0721-2580606, [email protected] KVK Durgapur (Badnera) Dist. 0721-2580082 Amravati (Maharashtra)

167 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 99 90.8 Sharada Agriculture Malegaon Colony, 9422519189, [email protected] Sunil Shirsikar Krishi Vahini Sharadanagar, 02112-254727 Tal- Baramati, Dist-Pune-413115 100 90.4 Swaranant NGO Swaranant Community Radio [email protected] CRS Station KVK. Karda Tq. Risod Dist. 7588091351 Washim - 444506 101 90.4 Vasundhara Educational Vasundhara Vahini Community 9881761891, [email protected], Yuvaraj M Jadhav Krishi Vahini radio center, Vidyapratisthan 02112-239554, 55 [email protected] Vidyanagari, MIDC, Baramati Maharashtra aharashtra

102 M 107.4 Vidyavani CR Educational 2nd Floor, EMRC Building, 9657998734, [email protected] Anand Deshmukh Near Administratrive Building, 020-25690789 Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune - 411007 103 91.2 Yeralavani NGO Yerala Bhavan’ 9423035952 [email protected] N V Deshpande Near Tata Petrol Pump, Miraj Road, Sangli, Maharashtra- 416415 104 91.2 Radio Bulbul NGO Quazimohalla 9040181885, [email protected] Md. Niyaz, Rizwan Purana Bazar 9937033414 Dist/Post:- Bhadrak Pin:- 756100 Orissa,India 105 90.8 Radio Kissan NGO At/po-Athantar, PS-Balipatna 9938103885, [email protected], Pradeepta Kumar Dutta Dist- Khordha, Odisha - 752102 9437640438 [email protected], [email protected] 106 90.4 Radio NGO Dadhi Baman Jew Institute 06842-254918, [email protected] Dhaneshwar Sahu O disha Muskan for Social Action Masterpada, 9437631934, Phulbani 9438490699 Kandhamal 762001 Orissa 107 90.4 Radio NGO Radio Namaskar At/Po- Konark 9040904904, [email protected], N A Shah Ansari Namaskar Dist-Puri Odisha-752111 06758-236471 [email protected]

108 91.2 Radio NGO C/O Sourabha, Lala Sahi, 9438362986 [email protected] Manoj Kumar Das Sanskar Jagatsinghpur – 754103, Odisha

168 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 109 90.4 Radio Educational Indian Institute of Education 9437051145 [email protected], Dr. Shisir Kumar Das Surabhi and Care (IIEC) 29, Dharma 9437411815 [email protected] Vihar, Po-Khandagiri, 0674 -2386261 [email protected] Bhubaneswar-751030 OR

Durga Bazar Colony, Daspalla

C/o-Puruna Daspalla, Dist- Nayagarh, Odisha, Pin-752084, 110 90.4 Radio NGO Secretary , SRUSTI , 06671- 224110, [email protected], Biswajeet/ Rudra Raj Bag

O disha Swayamshakti Khariar -766107 7077084839 [email protected] District: Nuapada, Odisha, INDIA 111 90.4 Ravenshaw Educational Ravenshaw Radio, Ravenshaw 8895301737, [email protected] Netajee Abhinandan Radio University, 9040003123 Cuttack-753003, Orissa 112 90.4 Voice of SOA Educational Jagamara, Khandagiri, 7381026310, [email protected], Rusi Pattanaik Community Bhubaneswar-30, Odisha 9337052706 [email protected]

113 90.8 Honey CR Educational Achariya Arts & Science College 0413-3190999, [email protected], S Elango No. 5, Villupuram Main Road, 3535999, [email protected] Villianur, Pondicherry 605110 7305666005

114 90.4 Nila CRS Educational Nila CRS, 9443444844, [email protected] Venkatachalapathy, Sri Manakula Vinayagar 9843611886 Engineering college, A Gnanavel Madagadipet, Puducherry 605 107

115 91.2 PudiyaUdayam NGO Bangalamedu, 9442230909, [email protected], K Senthil Kumar Puducherry Perambai Village, Vanur.T.K. 0413-2330331 [email protected] Villupuram.Dist., Tamil Nadu- 605110 116 107.8 Puduvai Educational Puduvai Vaani CRS – 107.8, 9043938355, [email protected], K Karthikeyan Vaani CRS Pondicherry University, 9442209256 [email protected] Puducherry - 605014

169 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 117 90.4 Avtar Radio NGO EkOnkar Charitable Trust, Vill. 01821270363, [email protected] Kulwinder Singh Seechewal, P.O. Chak Chela 9417575670 Teh. Shahkot, Distt. Jalandhar, Pin code- 144701, Punjab

118 Punjab 90.4 GNGC CR Educational Guru Nanak Girls College 0161-2423872, [email protected] Charanjit Kaur Mahal Model Town, 4381505, Ludhiana 141001 Punjab 9814176981 119 90.8 Alwar Ki NGO Alwar ki Awaz 90.8MHz, I.E.T. 9587908908, [email protected], Ashok Singh Sunhal Awaz Group of Institutions, North 9571003883 [email protected] Extension, MIA, Alwar – 301030, Rajasthan 120 91.2 Jayoti Vani Educational Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s 01428-515800, Rubaid Ashfaq CR University 287427 Vedaan Gyan Valley, Jhama Jaipur- Ajmer Expressway Jaipur-303007 Rajasthan

121 90.4 Kamalvani NGO Kamalvani 90.4 FM, 9530035943, [email protected], D P Singh Kamalnishtha Sansthan, 9413366451 [email protected] VPO Kolsia, Via-Nawalgarh, District-Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan) Pin - 333 042

122 ajasthan 90.4 Radio 7 Educational IIIM, Sector 12, Mahaver Marg, 8875003216, [email protected], Preeti Tiwari R Mansarovar, Jaipur - 302020 0141-2781154, 55 [email protected]

123 90.4 Radio Educational Radio Banasthali, Vigyan 01438-228432, [email protected], Lokesh Sharma Banasthali Mandir,Banasthali University, 228709 [email protected] P.O Banasthali Vidyapith- 304022,Tonk(Rajasthan) 124 90.4 Radio Educational Eminent T.T. Girls College Diggi, 9414041721, [email protected] L S Choudhary Eminent Malpura, Tonk Dist., Jaipur Rd, 0143-7240186 Jaipur 302022 Rajasthan 125 90.4 Radio Educational Radio Madhuban Bhavan, 9414154343, [email protected] Yashwant Patil Madhuban Brahma Kumaris, 02974-228888 ‘Shantivan’ Talhati, Abu Road, Rajasthan- 307510

170 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 126 90.4 Radio Tilonia NGO Community Radio Tilonia, 7597279484, [email protected] Norat Mal Barefoot College, (SWRC), 01463-288235 Tilonia, Via Madanganj, Ajmer, ajasthan

R Rajasthan, Pin- 305816 127 91.2 AGN Educational AGN SCHOOL CRS, 8675535348, [email protected] Balamurugan Ganabathy SCHOOL CRS Appu thottam, 9843595680 konganapuram - 637102 128 90.4 Anna Educational College of Engineering, 9840252685, [email protected] D Vinoth Rajesh Community Guindy Campus 044-22358201 Radio Educational Multimedia Research Centre, Anna University, Tamil Nadu Chennai- 600025 129 90.4 Bannari NGO Bannari Amman Institute of 09443952544 , [email protected] D Saravanan Amman CR Technology, Sathyamangalam, 04295 226000 [email protected] Erode DT, Tamil Nadu - 638401

130 90.4 Holy Cross Educational Holy Cross College 0431-2700637, [email protected], Shirley Deepak, Geetha Community Madurai Road, 9894647909, [email protected], Lakshmi Radio Tiruchirapalli- 620008 7871119787 [email protected], Tamil Nadu [email protected]

131 N adu amil 107.2 Ilanthalir CR Educational Rajiv Gandhi National Institute 9787453846, [email protected], D Surendrababu T of Youth Development, GOI, 044-27163226 [email protected] Sriperumbudur- 602105 132 90.8 Kalanjiam NGO Pathirakaliamman Koil Street, 9488008366, [email protected], Naguveer Prakash Samuga Vilunthamavadi, Nagapattinam, 04365-200200 [email protected] Vanoli Tamil Nadu - 611112 133 90.8 Kalpakkam Educational Atomic Energy School 0442-27487800, [email protected] Joseph Winston CRS Central School 2, ESL Campus, 27480164, Dept. Atomic Energy, DAE 9487528443 Township, Kalpakkam 603102 Tamil Nadu

134 90.4 Kongu CRS Educational Kongu Engineering College, 9443780214, [email protected], M Gangajothi Perundurai, 04294 - 226680, [email protected] Erode - 638052, Erode District, 226679, 226678 Tamilnadu

171 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 135 90.4 KSR CR Educational KSR Institutions, 9789589768, [email protected] L Sankar KSR Kalvi Nagar, 04288-274996 Truchengode, Tamil Nadu

136 107.4 Loyola CR Educational Loyola College, 9840014802 [email protected], Revathy Robert Nungambakkam, 9444757343 [email protected] Chennai – 600034, Tamil Nadu 137 91.2 MKC CR Educational M. Kumarasamy College of 04324 272155, [email protected] Balasubramaniam Engineering 270755 Thalavapalayam, Karur 639113 9842651559 Tamil Nadu 138 107.8 MOP CR Educational M.O.P Vaishnav College For 044 -65121333, [email protected] Lalitha Balakrishnan Women #20, 044-28330262 IV lane, Nungambakkam High Road, Chennai 139 90.4 Mugil CR Educational Sengunthar Engineering 04294-232701, [email protected] N Kottiswaran College 702703, Thudupathi, Erode 638 057 TamilNadu 9443213746

140 N adu amil 91.2 PARD Vaanoli NGO PARD,P.B.No.87, 9543903735 [email protected] E James Rajasekaran T CR Madurai 625 020, Tamil Nadu

141 90.4 Pasumai CR Educational PASUMAI Community Radio, 9443341082, [email protected], J Paul Baskar H2/30, Second Cross, 0451-2451612 [email protected] Rani Mangammal Colony, Dindigul 624001 Broadcasting Institution: Sirumalai Palayoor, Dindigul 624003 142 90.4 Periyar CR Educational Periyar Community Radio, 9944495670, [email protected], G Gandhimathi Periyar Maniammai University, 04362264600 [email protected] Periyar Nagar,Vallam,Thanjavur, Tamilnadu,- 613403 143 90.8 PGP CR Educational PGP Community Radio Station, 9442958199, [email protected], P Ganapathy PGP college campus, NH-7, 04286-267919 [email protected] Karur-Namakkal Main Road, Namakkal-637207, Tamil Nadu

172 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 144 107.8 PSG CR Educational PSG Community Radio, PSG 9003829486, [email protected], B Chandrasekaran College of Technology, 0422-4344748 [email protected] Avinashi Road, Peelamedu, Coimbatore-641004 Tamil Nadu

145 90.4 Radio NGO Keystone Foundation 9442640077, [email protected], Pratim Kotagiri P. B No 35,Groves Hill Road, 04266-271977 [email protected] Kotagiri -643217, The Nilgiris. Tamil Nadu, India.

146 90.8 Rathinavani Educational Rathinam College of Arts and 0422-2679205, [email protected] Nadesan Bala CR Science 2677156 Rathinam Techzone Campus Pollachi Road, Eachanari Coimbatore 641021 , Tamil Nadu 147 90.4 Shyamalavani Educational C/o Subbalakshmi 0452-3918600, [email protected] G Kannan CR Lakshmipathy College of 9677716730 Science, TVR Nagar, Aruppukottai Road, amil N adu amil

T Madurai- 625022 148 90.4 Sivanthi CR Educational Aditanar College of Arts & 04639-245175, [email protected] I Sehar Science 9486391546, 1/219, Sivanthi Aditanar 8015388797 Nagar, Virapandianpatnam 628215,Tiruchendur, Tuticorin Dist. Tamil Nadu 149 90.4 SRM Educational Room No: 608A, 6th floor, 9790946086, [email protected] T Kalaivani Muthucharam 044-27417360 CR Hi-tech building, Faculty of Engineering & Technology, SRM University, Kattankulathur - 603 203 150 90.8 SSM CR Educational SSM College of Engineering 9894704992, [email protected], G K Jakir Hussain & SSM College of Arts and 9600548540 [email protected] Science (Campus), NH 47, Salem Main, Namakkal District – 638 183 , Tamil Nadu.

173 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 151 91.2 Thendral CR NGO Nalamdana, First Floor, 9444028060, [email protected], Jeevanandham R, Kadhambam Apartments, 044-24493772 [email protected], Nithya Balaji 4/192, Ellaiamman Kovil Street, [email protected] Neelankarai, Chennai 152 107.4 TNAU CRS Agriculture Directorate of Extension 0422-6611522, [email protected] K A Ponnusamy Education, 6611286 Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore – 3, Tamil Nadu

153 N adu amil 90.4 Vayalaga NGO Vayalaga vanoli, W5/565.MDCC 9943295985 [email protected] J Mohan T Vanoli Bnak upstair Trichy Main Road, Kottampatti -625103 Melur Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu 154 90.8 VIT CR Educational 804, Silver Jubilee Tower, 9566656762, [email protected], [email protected] K Chidambaram VIT University, Vellore - 632014 0416–2202323

155 90.4 Bol Educational Department of Communication 9394315787, [email protected], B Naveen Sen Hyderabad Sarojini Naidu School of Arts 040-23135542 [email protected] and Communication University of Hyderabad Prof C R Rao road, Gachibowli, Hyderabad-500 046 156 107.8 Deccan NGO Deccan Radio 107.8 MHz, 9848256515, [email protected], Zahed Farooqui, Radio Inside The Siasat Daily, 9246365401 [email protected] J.N. Road, Abids, Mohd Ismail Ahmed Hyderabad - 500001 157 90.4 KLR CR NGO Boon Education, Environment & 08744-259066, [email protected] K Lakshma Reddy elangana

T Rural Development Society 9177737111 KLR Campus, Behind Contractors Colony Paloncha, Pincode - 507115, Telangana 158 90.4 KMIT Tarang Educational Keshav Memorial Institute of 09140-23261407, Vinay Technology 30721179, 3-5-1026, Narayanguda, 9849159679, Hyderabad-500029 9985186369, Telangana 9440718167

174 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 159 90.4 PRAGNYA CR Educational Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of 9849039569, [email protected] Y Butchi Raju Engineering & Technology 040- 65864440 Nizampet Road, Bachupally, Kukatpally Hyderabad- 500090 Telangana

160 107.8 Radio Educational 23-1-495, Kotla Alijah Road, Bibi 04024403573, [email protected], Abdul Samad Charminar Bazar, Hyderabad - 500002 04024511078/79, [email protected] elangana

T 9948187282 161 90.4 Sangham NGO Sangham Radio, Machnoor 9440048659, [email protected], P V Satheesh, Radio Village, Jharasangam Mandal, 9959868879 [email protected] General Narsamma, Medak District-502318, Giridhar, Telangana State, India Suresh Kumar 162 90.8 Aap Ki Awaz NGO Bharati Shiksha Sansthan 09837504400, [email protected] S K Lawaniya, A-31, Sainik Nagar , Rajpur 7500060000 Sanjeev Singh chungi, Agra-2821001 Uttar Pradesh 163 90.4 Agra Ki Awaj Educational Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University 9927082862 [email protected] Girija Shankar Paliwal Park, Agra-282004 Uttar Pradesh 164 90.8 BBD CR Educational BBD University, BBD City, 9005233333, [email protected], Neelima Deepak Faizabad Road, 7755000908 [email protected] Lucknow - 226028 165 90.4 CMS DC CR Educational City Montessori School, 9415015039 [email protected] Varghese Kurian Head Office Film & Radio Division, 12. ttar Pradesh

U Station Road Lucknow-226001 166 90.4 CMS Radio Educational CMS Film & Radio Division, 9453831307 [email protected] R K Singh CMS Head Office. 12, Station Road Lucknow-226001 167 90.8 FM Alive CR NGO FM Alive CR, 9250583308 [email protected] Prabha Yusuf Ganj, Baradwari. Aligarh - 202001, Uttar Pradesh

175 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 168 90.4 Ghazipur CR Educational Post Graduate College 9838647046, [email protected] Ashish Kumar Bajpai Ravindrapuri, Gora Bazar, 5482220059 Ghazipur 233001 Uttar Pradesh 169 90.4 HINT Radio Educational 18-A, HINT House, Hint chowk, 9953904904, [email protected] Kamal Sekhri Vijay Sekhri Marg, RDC 0120-4153904 Rajnagar, Ghaziabad

170 90.4 IITK CR Educational Media technology centre, 9450156680, [email protected], Vatsala Misra IIT Kanpur- 208016, Uttar 05122594479 [email protected] Pradesh [email protected] 171 90.4 Kisan Radio NGO Apara City Phase -1 Belgari, 9415173162, [email protected], Atul Kumar Shukla Basti Post- Mishrauliya Distt-Basti, 05542-245033 [email protected] Pin Code-272001 172 90.4 Lalit Lokvani NGO 417, Gandhi Nagar, Lalitpur, 05176-282675, Mradul Shrivastava CR Uttar Pradesh - 284403 9648939943 173 91.2 Mukta Vidya Educational National Institute of Open 9868674574 [email protected], Inderjeet Singh Vani Schooling [email protected]

ttar Pradesh A-24/25, Institutional Area, U Sector - 62, NOIDA 174 90.4 Radio Adan Educational School of Film and Mass 7607190246, [email protected], Nidhi Massey, Communication, 8933076757, [email protected] Sam Higginbottom Institute 0532-2684360 Aneesha Henry of Agriculture Technology and Sciences (AAIDU) Naini , Allahabad - 211007

175 107.8 Radio Amity Educational 3rd floor, J1 Block, Amity 9810699588, [email protected] R Dargan University Uttar Pradesh, 0120-439230 Sector 125, Noida, Uttar Pradesh-201303 176 90.4 Radio IIMT Educational IIMT, IIMT Group of Colleges 0121-2793500, [email protected], Madhup Sharma IIMT Nagar, ‘O’ Pocket, Ganga 07417446020 [email protected], j.madhup@ Nagar Colony, Mawana Road, gmail.com Meerut, Uttar Pradesh 250001

177 91.9 Radio Mantra Educational Sun Beam English School Plot 0542-2224973, [email protected], Neha Jha, Rima Dutta No 145/146, Lahartara, Varanasi 2366488, [email protected] - 221002 Uttar Pradesh 2366885

176 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 178 107.4 Radio Noida Educational Asian Academy of Film & 9968543245, [email protected], Braham Prakash Television 0120-2515237 [email protected] Radio Noida, Marwah Studios, Film city, Sector-16A, Noida- 201301

179 91.2 Radio Noida NGO Radio Noida Lok Manch, 9810722102, [email protected] Yogendra Narain, Lok Manch Tilapta Karanwas, Gautam Budh 0120-2517337 Nagar, Mahesh Saxena Greater Noida, U.P. - 201306 180 90.8 Radio SD Educational SD College of Pharmacy and 8937095030 [email protected] Dr.Sidharth Sharma Vocational Studies Bhopa Road, Muzuffarnagar 251001 181 90.4 Salaam Educational Institute of Management 0120-4798888, [email protected] Barsha Chabaria Namaste Studies, A-8B, Block C, IMS 9717411111 Campus, Sector 62, Noida- 201303 Uttar Pradesh

182 ttar Pradesh 90.8 Suno Sharda Educational Sharda University 9871758207 [email protected] Prabuddha Jain U Room No. 509, Block 3 Plot 0120 457 0000 No. 32-34, Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306

183 90.4 Vallabh Agriculture Krishi Vigyan Kendra, 0132-2664480, [email protected], Satya Prakash Krishak Radio Khajuri Bagh, Near Numaishi 01376 252101, [email protected] Camp, New Gopal Nagar, 9411078115 Saharanpur,247001 Uttar Pradesh

184 90.8 Voice of NGO Mirza Ahsanullah Beg Niswan 9839211624, [email protected] Seema Bharti Srivastava Azamgarh Girls Degree College, 05466-237150 Post: Anjaan Shaheed, Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh – 276 125

177 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 185 91.2 Waqt Ki NGO Waqt Ki Awaaz, Community 8953991352 [email protected], Radha Shukla Awaaz Radio Station,Opposite Ganga [email protected] Bal Vidyalaya, Village - Bairy Dariyao, Post – Bairi Sawai, Block – Maitha, ttar Pradesh

U Tehsil – Akabarpur, District – Kanpur Dehat, PIN - 209204 186 91.2 Hello Educational Hello Haldwani 91.2 FM 9410964787 [email protected], Govind Singh Haldwani Uttarakhand Open University [email protected] Behind Transport Nagar, Vishwavidyalaya Marg Haldwani -263139 187 107.8 Himgiri Ki Educational Himgiri Zee University, 7579282951 [email protected] Amardeep Singh Awaaz P.O. Sherpur, Chakrata Road, Dehradun, Uttrakhand - 248197 188 90.4 Kumaon Vani NGO Kumaon Vani, TERI Trisha Farm, 8449860762, [email protected] Sumit Bansal Gram Supi, 9411116908 Block Ramgarh, Nanital, Uttarakhand 189 90.8 Mandakini Ki NGO Mandakini ki Aawaz, 9837095433, [email protected], Manvendra Negi Aawaz Community Radio Centre, 9639649917 [email protected]

ttarakhand Sena Gadsari, (PO)Ucchadungi, U (Dist) Rudraprayag - 246425 190 91.2 NIVH Hello NGO NIVH Hello Doon, National 0135-2743144, [email protected] Shelender Tewari, Doon Institute for the Visually 9368031612 Handicapped, John Gideon Hellen Kellar Bhawan, 116 rajpur Road, Dehradun-248001

191 90.8 Pantnagar Agriculture Communication Centre, 05944233122, [email protected] S K Kashyap Janvani GB Pant University of 7500241487 Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar, U.S.Nagar, Uttarakhand- 263145

178 S.No State MHz Station Category Address Telephone Email Contact Person 192 90.4 Radio Khushi Educational Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary 01352634040, [email protected], Arjun Kanitura, School, 8057230000, [email protected] Sunil Bakshi Sardar Mehtab Singh Road, 9927994633 Vincent hill, Shangri-La., Mussoorie- 248179 - Uttarakhand 193 90.8 Radio NGO Graphic Era University, 9997238744, [email protected] Navneet Gairola Zindagee Clementown, 0135-2645886 Bell Road, Scit Block, Dehradun, ttarakhand

U Uttrakhand 194 90.4 Samudayik NGO FM 90.4 MHz Samudayik Radio 01376-256159 [email protected], Rajendra Singh Negi Radio Henvalvani, Mussoorie Road [email protected] Henvalvani Chamba, TehriGarhwal Uttarakhand pin-249145

195 91.2 NSHM CR Educational NSHM Knowledge Campus 033-24030154 [email protected] Tamal Das 124 B L Saha Road 9051004200 Kolkata 700 053 West Bengal 196 90.8 Radio JU Educational Jadavpur University 9830543884 [email protected], Srabani Ray

West Bengal 188, Raja S. C. Mallick Road, [email protected] Kolkata -32 West Bengal

179 USEFUL WEBSITES AND LINKS

S. No. Name of the organisation Website Ministries and Government Departments 1. Ministry of Information & Broadcasting http://www.mib.nic.in 2. Community Radio India- MIB’s CR page on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/communityradioindia Community Radio Stations Management Information System 3. http://www.cronlineindia.net and Online Application Module Directorate of Audio Visual Publicity (DAVP) and DAVP Online http://www.davp.nic.in/FRESH_C RS/em_rc_ag n_reg.aspx and 4. Application for Empanelment http://davp.nic.in/ 5. Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing (WPC) http://wpc.dot.gov.in/ 6. Department of Science and Technology http://www.dst.gov.in/ Other Organisations 7. Broadcast Engineering Consultants India Limited (BECIL) http://www.becil.com 8. Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA) http://cemca.org.in 9. Community Radio Association http://www.craindia.com/ 10. Community Radio Facilitation Centre (CRFC) http://crfc.in/ 11. Community Radio Forum (CRF) http://www.co mmunityradioindia.org/ 12. EK duniya anEK awaaz http://edaa .in/ 13. iRadio India http://www.iradioindia.com/ 14. UNESCO India http://whc.unesco.org/ 15. UNESCO Chair on Community Media http://www.uccommedia.in/ 16. UNICEF India http://www.unicef.org/india/ 17. World Association of Community Radio Broadcasters (AMARC) http://www.amarc.org

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