SVFM @ 90.4 FM

Sri Venkateswara Oriental College, TTD, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh – 517502

Contact Person: Principal  

Broadcasting Language: Telugu

Genesis: SVFM was established in 2007 by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams through Sri Venkateswara Oriental College, Tirupati. SVFM is dedicated to the concerns and needs of the local community, and focuses on bringing social and long-term changes in the community through its interventions. 

Thematic Focus: The primary focus areas of SVFM are education, child welfare, gender equality, local culture and traditions, and skill-based growth of the community. The CRS strives to build an ethical and just society with strong moral values. 

Sustainable Development Goals: SVFM focuses on the following SDGs:

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being

SDG 4: Quality Education

SDG 5: Gender Equality

Primetime Programmes: The primetime programmes of SVFM are:

Manchi Mata: The programme focuses on life goals, and ways to live a stress free life. It also includes Vedic hymns to lend a spiritual experience to the listeners. 

Sangeeth: It is a classical-music based programme in which trained musicians discuss and teach music. 

Personality Development: A programme that features personality development trainers, saints, and distinguished personalities who discuss different aspects of personality development.  

Culture: The programme discusses the rich regional culture and traditions. It also sheds light on the kingdoms, kings and history of the country to make the listeners aware of the rich heritage of the nation.

In addition to these programmes, the CRS broadcasts programmes related to health, women and children, social issues etc.

 Innovations in format or any other way: SVFM runs a flagship programme on skill development for the community members to help them find better livelihood options. The CRS also focuses on creating more educational opportunities for girls in the community with the help of local girls colleges. 

Core Team: The Principal of SVFM serves as the Director of the station. The team includes the Station Manager, technicians, announcers, and support staff. 

Major Projects Undertaken: SVFM majorly focuses on internal initiatives and develops programmes for the specific needs of the community. 

 Sustainable Strategies: SVFM is sustained by the parent organisation, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, through Sri Venkateswara Oriental College. 

Number of listeners and Potential Outreach: SVFM has an active listener base of approximately 25,000 listeners within its broadcast range. 

Major concerns in the Community: Unemployment, lack of awareness about welfare policies and entitlements, and gender-based discrimination against women are major concerns in the community.