CRS Radio-7 @ 90.4 FM

Contact Person: Ms. Shilpi Goswami

Broadcasting Language: Hindi and Rajasthani

Genesis: Radio 7 Community Radio was launched on 7th March 2015, under the aegis of IIS deemed-to-be University, a pioneer educational institution . Dr. Ashok Gupta is the one who conceptualised the idea of establishing the community radio with a vision of sensitising the youth, promoting the welfare of the under-privieleged in the community, bridging socio-economic gaps, and enhancing the community participation.The CRS has succeeded in carrying out its mission and create a positive impact in the community. 

Thematic Focus: The major thematic focus area of Radio 7 is promoting the welfare of the community by catering to their educational needs. The CRS also focuses on promoting, preserving and celebrating the local culture and traditions. Other areas of focus include health, social harmony, girl child protection, women empowerment, and promoting economic growth by supporting entrepreneurial ventures. 

Sustainable Development Goals: Radio-7 is currently focussing on two SDGs primarily and intends to expand the area in future apart form the goals given below

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being

SDG 4: Quality Education

SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institution

Primetime Programmes: The popular primetime programmes that feature on Radio 7 are Mati Ri Mahak, and Radio 7 ki Class. Mati Ri Mahak is a programme that focuses on the local culture and sensitises the listeners about their rich heritage. The programme also functions as a platform for local artists to showcase their talents in front of the community. Radio 7 ki Class is an educational programme that focuses on adolescents and youth to educate them and make them aware of various social issues, and nurture them into becoming responsible citizens. The CRS also believes that it is important to enhance the knowledge of the community members through the means of educational and entertaining content. 

Innovations in format or any other way: Radio 7 has recently started a podcast where it invites experts from different fields to address the concerns of the target community. The listeners are given a chance to interact with the guests, express their opinions, and clarify their doubts. The CRS also shares its contents and updates on major social media platforms. 

Core Team: The core team at the CRS is led by the Station manager who is assisted by a small but dedicated team. The CRS encourages students to be active volunteers in the conceptualisation, packaging and delivery of the programmes.

Major Projects Undertaken: Radio 7 has been a key partner in several regional and national initiatives. The CRS has partnered with leading organisations like UNICEF, BBC, Prasar Bharti, CRA, and CEMCA for projects in various fields like education, health and hygiene, women empowerment, and social welfare.

Sustainable Strategies: Radio 7 often finds it difficult to secure the funding required to ensure its smooth operation, The CRS rents out its studio to external parties for the purpose of recording and tries to generate revenue through it.

\Number of listeners and Potential Outreach: Radio 7 has an active listener base of nearly 20,000 listeners.

Major concerns in the Community: The community has a lack of adequate hygiene and sanitation facilities. Better healthcare and educational infrastructure is also the need of the hour. The community members struggle with lack of employment opportunities and low income.