PM Modi inaugurated (28th April 2023) how many FM transmitters to boost radio connectivity in the country?

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Correct Answer : 91

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (28th April 2023) inaugurated 91 new 100W FM transmitters across the country to boost radio connectivity, with his flagship broadcast set to complete 100 episodes on April 30.

The beginning of 91 FM transmitters by All India Radio is like a present for 85 districts and 2 crore people of the nation. The districts covered under the new 91 FM transmitters are aspirational districts and blocks. He congratulated All India Radio for the momentous achievement.

According to a statement issued by the government, the PM said the inauguration of 91 FM transmitters forwards the policies of the government that gives preference to the underprivileged who have been deprived of this facility so far...

Source : Hindustan Times

Published On : April 28, 2023

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