(a) whether the Government are contemplating to allow various universities to start their
own Radio Stations;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(
(c) the time by which a final decision is likely to be taken in this regard?
(a) whether the Government are contemplating to allow various universities to start their
own Radio Stations;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(
(c) the time by which a final decision is likely to be taken in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING (SMT. SUSHMA SWARAJ)
(a) & (b): A proposal to grant community radio broadcasting licenses to well
established and recognized educational institutions/organizations to cater to the
aspirations and specific requirements of a particular locality/area is under consideration
of the Government.
(c) : The scheme is yet to be approved by the competent authority and therefore, no
definite time frame can be indicated at this stage.