Modi inaugurates 91 FM transmitters in 84 districts across 18 states
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated 91 FM transmitters in 84 districts across 18 states and 2 union territories on Friday.
The Prime Minister said, “When it comes to radio and FM, my relationship with it is that of a passionate listener as well as that of a host.”
“Today the expansion of All India Radio’s (AIR) FM service is a big and important step towards becoming All India FM. This launch of 91 FM transmitters of All India FM is like a gift for 2 crore people in 85 districts of the country,” PM Modi said.
Speaking on occasion, Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur said, “This is a historic move. This will be very helpful in transmitting information related to entertainment, sports, and farming to the local people. Mann Ki Baat increased the popularity of radio.”
According to a statement released by the Prime Minister’s office, the 91 new 100 Watt FM transmitters have been installed in 84 districts across 18 States and 2 Union Territories.