Indian Army Launches Community Radio 'Sangam 88.8' to Empower Youth in Rajouri District
Indian Army launches community radio 'Sangam 88.8' to empower youth in Rajouri border area
The Economic Times
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The Indian Army has launched a community radio station, 'Sangam 88.8', in the Doongi block of Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, India. This initiative aims to empower local youth by providing vital information on government schemes and a platform to showcase their talents.
- 01The Indian Army's community radio 'Sangam 88.8' aims to empower youth in Rajouri district.
- 02The radio station will promote local culture and provide crucial information to border area residents.
- 03Around 200-250 candidates applied for positions at the radio station.
- 04The radio will raise awareness on government schemes and local issues through various programs.
- 05It offers a platform for children to showcase their talents, addressing limited opportunities in border areas.
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The Indian Army has inaugurated 'Sangam 88.8', a community radio station located in the Doongi block of Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, India. This initiative is designed to empower local youth by providing them with crucial information about government schemes and resources that often do not reach border communities. RJ Sana, one of the radio hosts, emphasized the significance of this platform, noting that approximately 200-250 candidates applied for jobs at the station. RJ Jaspreet Kaur elaborated on the station's role in raising awareness about various issues, including government initiatives and social themes like drug prevention and sanitation through skits and digital outreach. The radio station aims to cultivate local talent, providing children in the border area with opportunities that are often scarce compared to metropolitan cities.
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This initiative will enhance access to important information for residents in border areas, helping them to utilize government resources effectively.
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