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A Parliamentary Standing Committee has said
that the Government should take all necessary steps to encourage the
Community Radio Movement in India by simplifying the existing procedures and
launching awareness campaigns.
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on
Information Technology, which also examines issues linked to Information and
Broadcasting, is of the view that the I&B Ministry, being the sole
authority responsible for spread of Community Radio Movement, should
coordinate with the Ministries/Agencies concerned for early clearances of
pending applications so that Community Radio services can reach out fast
across the country. The Committee noted in a recent report that the scheme
namely "Supporting Community Radio Movement in India" has been
introduced in the Twelfth Plan to strengthen community radio movement in
India and providing financial support to the Community Radio Stations.
The size of the scheme is Rs 100 crore, under
the component Community Radio Support Scheme (CRSS) for providing support to
at least 100 new CRS and 30 existing CRS every year. The scheme has two
components: the Community Radio Support Scheme (CRSS) and the IEC Activities
for Community Radio. The Committee noted that the Ministry has already issued
398 permissions to set up CRS; out of them, 176 have started broadcasting,
while 205 Grant of Permission Agreements (GOPA) have been signed.
According to the Ministry, 289 applications are
pending consideration for (GOPA) at various stages. The Committee observed
that Community Radio provides an opportunity to the community to speak about
issues concerning their lives, besides playing a crucial role in creating
awareness and contributing to the development of the people as a whole.
Community Radio Stations have also helped communities during calamities and
natural disasters. The Committee therefore said there was huge potential for
establishing a large number of Community Radio Stations in India, given the
vast landscape, numerous languages, diverse cultures, etc.
Source & Credit:-
http://www.radioandmusic.com/biz/radio/communityradio/parliamentary-committee-wants-govt-take-strong-steps-help-community-radio-150421
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