Neotech Community Radio @ 89.4 FM

Contact Person: Mr. Sunil Palaskar

Broadcasting Language: Hindi, English, Surgujiha and Chhattisgarhi 

Genesis: Radio Neotech Community FM Radio 89.4  was established in 2012 by Anugrah Vidhya Niketan Society, with the mission to cater to the entertainment and informational needs of the communities in the neighbouring areas. The CRS aims to educate and empower the community through its programmes, and be a catalyst of change in the community.

Thematic Focus: The primary focus areas of Neotech Radio are education, health, livelihood, gender equality, local art and culture, environment conservation, and bridging socio-economic gaps by promoting interest and welfare of every individual in the community. 

Sustainable Development Goals: Neotech Community Radio aspires to achieve the given SDGs:

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being

SDG 4: Quality Education

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

SDG 17: Partnership for Goals

Primetime Programmes: The primetime programmes that are broadcast by Neotech Radio are Zindagi Mere Ghar Aana, Surgujiha Goath, Yadein, and Pahuna. The programmes of the CRS are developed in various formats to intrigue, entertain and educate the listeners. The community members also get a platform to interact, express their concerns and showcase their talent through the programmes. The CRS tries to address the concerns and needs of the community by inviting experts to interact with the community members, through its programmes. 

Innovations in format or any other way: Radio Neotech resorts to Outdoor Broadcasting its programmes with the active involvement of the community. The CRS has a phone-in tutorial class facility for students and runs a helpline for individuals who aspire to pursue different career prospects. 

Core Team: There are four members in the Executive Management Committee of Neotech Radio. There are six key members in the core team. The Station & Content Management team includes two institutional staff, two students, and two members each from the urban and rural communities. 

Major Projects Undertaken: Neotech Radio was part of the TB Jagrukta campaign. Apart from this, the CRS has focused on developing programmes and initiatives that address the urgent concerns of the target community. 

Sustainable Strategies: Neotech Radio is financially and technically funded by its parent organisation, Anugrah Vidhya Niketan Society. 

Number of listeners and Potential Outreach: Radio Neotech has an outreach potential of nearly three lakh people. 

Major concerns in the Community: The people in the region face challenges in education, information, and technology, with a high prevalence of superstitions. Radio transmission can help raise awareness about the negative effects of alcoholism, untouchability, and superstition, and about educating youth to be responsible for society and nation. Uplifting the poor section of society and promoting awareness of rights and duties will help create a new ray of hope. Transmission of agriculture-based programmes will enable farmers to adopt modern techniques, technology, and improved seeds and fertilisers, resulting in increased production.