Akashvani Srinagar

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Akashvani Srinagar, historically renowned as Radio Kashmir Srinagar, is a foundational regional public radio station operated by All India Radio (AIR), broadcasting from the heart of Srinagar in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Officially established on July 1, 1948, the station holds profound cultural and historical significance, having served as a primary broadcasting voice for the Kashmir Valley through decades of monumental social and political change. Over its long history, it has nurtured generations of Kashmiri artists, poets, musicians, and intellectuals, acting as a vital custodian of regional heritage. The station's rich and diverse programming schedule features comprehensive news bulletins, current affairs talk shows, cultural programs, religious broadcasts, and traditional Kashmiri and Indian music. Broadcasting primarily in Urdu, Hindi, and Dogri—with significant Kashmiri language integration—the station caters directly to the linguistic and cultural identity of listeners across the valley and beyond. Operating under the guiding national motto 'Ghar Ghar Ki Awaaz' (The Voice of Every Home), Akashvani Srinagar delivers essential public service information, agricultural advisories, and artistic performances that resonate deeply with local households. Headquartered at Akashvani Bhavan in the Munshi Bagh and Dalgate area of Srinagar, the station transmits terrestrially on its signature 1116 AM medium-wave frequency alongside supplementary FM relays. In addition to its traditional over-the-air coverage, Akashvani Srinagar embraces modern digital broadcasting, providing live HLS web audio streaming via official network infrastructure and Prasar Bharati mobile applications. Through its enduring commitment to public service and cultural preservation, Akashvani Srinagar remains an indispensable media institution in northern India.

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