(a) Whether the State Government of Andhra Pradesh has sent any proposal for setting up of a new FM Radio in Nellore District of the State exclusively for the benefit of fishermen community;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the action taken by the Government thereon?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING (DR.S.JAGATHRAKSHAKAN)
(a): Prasar Bharati has informed that no proposal has been received from Government of Andhra Pradesh for a new FM Radio in Nellore District of the State exclusively for the benefit of fishermen community. However, a 100 Watt FM Transmitter approved under “New Scheme†of 11th Plan is being installed at existing LPTV site, which is likely to be completed during this year.
(b) & (c): Does not arise.