First community radio station along LoC in J&K's Rajouri

Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district has inaugurated its first community radio station along the Line of Control. Named Radio Sangam, the station was established by the Indian Army in collaboration with civil administration and locals in Keri village to enhance information access in border areas and counter cross-border misinformation.

In Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district, the first community radio station along the Line of Control has been set up in Keri village, nearly one kilometre from the border. Named Radio Sangam, it was established by the Indian Army in collaboration with the civil administration and local residents. Officials noted that this is the inaugural such station on the LoC, designed to counter misinformation and propaganda from across the border while offering a reliable platform for authentic information and addressing community concerns.

Due to its strategic location, the station's broadcasts can reach areas on the other side of the LoC. The inauguration was led by Rajouri Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma, attended by civil society members, administrative officers, and locals.

Addressing the gathering, Sharma stated that the station would promote social awareness and public participation, amplify local voices, and strengthen ties between the administration and border residents, while also countering propaganda from across the LoC. This initiative marks a significant step in bolstering information outreach in remote border regions where traditional media access remains limited.

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