- India’s 500th community radio station has been launched by Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
- India’s 500th community radio station is Aizawl-based Apna Radio FM.
- The radio station is run by the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Aizawl.
- Union Minister described it as a significant milestone in the government’s ‘Act East’ policy.
- He said it will bring substantive change in the lives of the people in the area.
- He also announced the winners of the 10th National Community Radio Awards..
| 10th National Community Radio Awards | |
| Categories | First Prize |
| Thematic Award | Radio Mayur, Bihar for ‘Tech Sakhi’ |
| Most Innovative Community Engagement Award | Yerlawani Sangli, Maharashtra for ‘Kahani Sunandachi’ |
| Promoting Local Culture Award | Radio Brahmaputra, Assam for ‘Igarekun’ |
| Sustainability Model Award | Radio Benziger, Kerala |
Each award category included cash prizes of Rs. 1 lakh for first place.The awards celebrate the invaluable contribution of community radio stations to society.