Vagad Radio 90.8 FM

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Vagad Radio 90.8 FM is a pioneering community radio station based in Banswara, Rajasthan, operated under the developmental framework of the non-profit organization Vaagdhara. True to its guiding mission of 'Empowering Communities by giving them voices', the station was officially launched on August 1, 2017. It was created to serve the tribal-dominated Vagad region of southern Rajasthan, providing an indigenous communication channel that addresses the unique socio-cultural, agricultural, and developmental needs of local rural populations. The station's diverse daily programming is broadcast primarily in local dialects such as Vagdi alongside Hindi, ensuring deep resonance with community listeners. Key broadcast segments focus heavily on sustainable agriculture, child rights, youth skill development, rural health, quality education, local governance, and government welfare schemes. In addition to developmental talk shows and expert interviews, Vagad Radio plays a vital role in cultural preservation by broadcasting traditional Vagdi folk music, tribal songs, storytelling, and local community theatre. Operating from its headquarters in Village and Post Kupda, Banswara, Vagad Radio combines terrestrial FM broadcasting on 90.8 MHz with digital online streaming infrastructure. Listeners can tune in locally via standard radio receivers or globally through its official website and mobile applications. Through its dedicated grassroots media initiatives, Vagad Radio has become an indispensable lifeline for community empowerment, cultural pride, and social development across the Vagad region.

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