NATIONAL BROADCASTING DAY- JULY 23

 

NATIONAL BROADCASTING DAY- JULY 23

National Broadcasting Day is observed every year on July 23 to mark the beginning of radio broadcasting in India. While radio was once the country's primary source of news and entertainment, it also played a key role in education. Today, that legacy continues through podcasts and digital audio platforms, helping students learn beyond classrooms.India's broadcasting journey began on July 23, 1927, when the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC) aired the country's first radio programme from Bombay (now Mumbai). Over the years, radio connected millions of people by bringing news, music, educational content and public service announcements to homes across the country. 2026, the theme 'Radio and Artificial Intelligence' opens up a whole new field of discussion, creation and exploration. To make it easier for every radio station to get involved – however big and wherever they are – we've come up with 13 simple, accessible ideas

National Broadcasting Day traces its origins to July 23, 1927, when the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC) launched one of India's earliest organised radio broadcasting services from Bombay (now Mumbai). The broadcasts introduced news, music, educational programs, and cultural content to listeners at a time when radio was still a new technology. Although the Indian Broadcasting Company later ceased operations, its pioneering efforts laid the foundation for modern broadcasting in India.

                                                     .Prof. John Kurakar