RFCommunity Radio Stations: Frequencies and Information
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This article provides a list of community radio stations (CRS) in India, including their operating frequencies. It also touches upon the characteristics and limitations of community radio stations in India.
Introduction to Community Radio Stations (CRS)
A community radio station is a specific type of radio broadcasting outlet. Here’s a breakdown of different types of radio broadcasting:
- Commercial public radio
- Non-commercial public radio
- Non-profit community radio
- Student-run campus radio station
- Hospital radio station
Community Radio Stations (CRS) primarily utilize FM (Frequency Modulation) broadcasting due to its superior sound quality compared to AM (Amplitude Modulation). The FM band operates within the 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz spectrum.
Key Features of Community Radio Stations in India
The following are some key features that define Community Radio Stations (CRS) in India:
- Transmitter Power: The effective radiated power (ERP) of the FM transmitter should ideally be less than 100 watts.
- Higher Power: Radiation power exceeding 100 watts can be considered with approval from a designated committee and ministry.
- Antenna Height: The permitted maximum antenna height is approximately 30 meters above ground level.
- Coverage Area: A Community Radio Station typically covers a radius of about 5 to 10 km.
Community Radio Stations in India: A List
The following table lists community radio stations in India along with their corresponding operating frequencies:
| Community Radio Station (CRS) | Frequency (MHz) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ANNA | 90.4 | Educational Multimedia Center, Anna University, Chennai |
| SIVANTHI | 90.4 | Aditanar College of Arts and Science, Tamil Nadu |
| APNO Radio | 90.4 | Banasthali Vidyapeeth, Rajasthan |
| Radio Active | 107.8 | Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College, Bangalore, Karnataka, INDIA |
| CMS Radio | 90.4 | City Montessorie School, UP |
| DU CRS | 90.4 | School of Open Learning, Delhi |
| GNGC CRS | 90.4 | Guru Nanak Girls College, Punjab |
| HOLY CROSS CR | 90.4 | Holy Cross College, Tamil Nadu |
| APNA Radio ARI | 96.9 | Indian Institute of Mass Comm, New Delhi |
| JAMIA CRS | 90.4 | Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi |
| JIMS CRS | 96.9 | Jagan Institute of Management, New Delhi |
| KONGU CRS | 90.4 | Kongu Engineering College, Tamil Nadu |
| NILA CRS | 90.4 | Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College |
| MOP | 107.8 | MOP Vaishnav College for Women, Chennai |
| MICAVANI | 90.4 | Mudra Institute of Communication |
| VIDYAVANI | 107.4 | Department of Communication Studies, Pune, Maharashtra, INDIA |
| PSG CRS | 107.8 | PSG College of Technology, Tamil Nadu |
| Radio FTII | 90.4 | Film & Television Institute, Pune |
| Vasundra Krishi Vahini | 90.4 | VIIT, Pune, INDIA |
| VIVEK | 90.4 | Vivek High School, Chandigarh |
| CRS Dharwad | 90.4 | Directorate of Extension, Dharwad, Karnataka |
| VISHNU CRS | 90.4 | Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women, AP |
