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India Recognizes 12 Community Radio Stations at National Conference in Mumbai

The 8th National Community Radio Conference highlights grassroots media's role in welfare and cultural promotion, alongside the launch of WAVES 2025 to spur creative economy innovation.

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Overview

  • The 8th National Community Radio Conference, organized by the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, took place on May 3, 2025, in Mumbai.
  • Union Minister of State Dr. L. Murugan presented the 10th National Community Radio Awards, honoring 12 stations for their contributions to local storytelling and community engagement.
  • The conference brought together representatives from over 400 community radio stations, with India now hosting 531 licensed stations nationwide.
  • Community radio was emphasized as a crucial tool for welfare outreach, cultural preservation, and promoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s development initiatives, particularly for women and tribal communities.
  • WAVES 2025, launched alongside the conference, aims to foster innovation and position India’s creative economy as a key growth sector in the coming years.