What is the Full form of AIR?
The AIR full form is All India Radio. Since 1956, AIR has been referred to as Akashvani. It is the largest public radio station in India and a subsidiary of Prasar Bharti. It is the world’s preeminent radio program on the diversity of spoken languages and the cultural and socioeconomic diversity they represent.
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The main office of AIR is located in New Delhi, India. AIR is currently capable of covering ninety-nine point zero. 98% of the Indian population is reached via its broadcasting stations.
History of AIR
- India began radio broadcasting in 1923.
- In June 1923, Bombay’s Radio Club conducted the country’s first broadcast.
- After a period of five months, the Calcutta Radio Club is established.
- On July 23, 1927, IBC (Indian Broadcasting Company) was created.
- In April 1930, the Indian Broadcasting Service under the Industries & Labor Division resumed its industrial duty.
- The subsequent month saw the formation of a private radio station known as Akashvani Mysore.
- On June 8, 1936, the Indian State Broadcasting Service became AIR.
