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And now, time for our segment Dateline India, in which we take a look at the developments taking place at the national or global level. Today, we will talk about Public Service Broadcasting Day.
Listeners today is a very special day in India’s broadcasting history.. It’s called Public Service Broadcasting Day- and there’s a heartwarming story behind it that not many people know. Let’s rewind to the year 1947- a time of both celebration and heartbreak. India had just gained independence, but the Partition had torn countless families apart.
लाखों लोगों को पाकिस्तान में अपने घर छोड़कर भारत आने के लिए मजबूर होना पड़ा। दिल्ली भर में शरणार्थी शिविर स्थापित हो गए, और सबसे बड़ा शिविर कुरुक्षेत्र में था, जहाँ दो लाख से ज़्यादा लोग अपनी ज़िंदगी फिर से शुरू करने की कोशिश कर रहे थे।
Now here’s the remarkable part- on Deepawali, the festival of lights, when hearts were heavy and hope was dim, Mahatma Gandhi decided to do something extraordinary. He couldn’t visit every camp in person, but he wanted to reach every soul, every broken heart. So, for the first and only time in his life, Gandhi went on Akashvani, speaking live from the Broadcasting House in New Delhi.
उस पल की कल्पना कीजिए- बापू की मधुर, जानी-पहचानी आवाज़ हवा में गूंज रही थी, उन लोगों तक पहुँच रही थी जिन्होंने अपना सब कुछ खो दिया था, उन्हें याद दिला रही थी कि वे अकेले नहीं हैं, कि सबसे अंधकारमय समय में भी प्रकाश चमकता है। और इसीलिए हर साल, इसी दिन, हम लोक सेवा प्रसारण दिवस मनाते हैं – ये न केवल रेडियो को, बल्कि लोगों के आपसी जुड़ाव और कठिन समय में एकजुट होने के साहस को भी श्रद्धांजलि है।
Now, you might be wondering- why is it called Public Service Broadcasting Day?
इसकी एक खूबसूरत वजह है। जब गांधीजी ने वह ऐतिहासिक भाषण दिया, तो वे विशुद्ध रूप से लोगों की सेवा के लिए आए थे। यह सीधे दिल से निकला एक संदेश था, जो उन लोगों के लिए था जिन्होंने अपना सब कुछ खो दिया था और जिन्हें उम्मीद की सबसे ज़्यादा ज़रूरत थी।
And you know what makes it even more special? That was the only time in his life that Mahatma Gandhi ever stepped into a radio station. Just once- and that too, for such a noble cause. So the day got its name for exactly what it represents- a true act of public service through broadcasting.
WHAT GANDHIJI SAID IN HIS SPEECH?
और उस दिन गांधीजी ने क्या कहा? उनके शब्द सरल थे, लेकिन उनमें गर्मजोशी और करुणा का भाव था। उन्होंने शरणार्थियों को दृढ़ रहने, विश्वास बनाए रखने और उनसे निराशा को कभी हावी न होने देने की अपील की। गांधीजी ने रेडियो के जादू की भी सराहना की – यह एक अद्भुत आविष्कार था जो एक आवाज़ को लाखों दिलों तक पहुँचा सकता था।
He called it “Shakti” – the miraculous power of God. Isn’t that beautiful? He truly saw the radio as more than just a machine- he saw it as a divine way to connect people. And then, in that soft, familiar voice, he began his speech with these touching words- “My brothers and sisters who are suffering, I do not know if only you or some other people are also listening to it…” Those words still echo through time.
स्वतंत्रता सेनानी राजकुमारी अमृत कौर भी इस यात्रा में गांधीजी के साथ थीं। उस ऐतिहासिक प्रसारण के बाद, बिड़ला हाउस में गांधीजी की दैनिक प्रार्थना सभाओं को रिकॉर्ड किया जाने लगा। उनकी आवाज़ और उनकी आत्मा को समेटे वे अनमोल रिकॉर्डिंग आज भी प्रसार भारती अभिलेखागार में सुरक्षित हैं। यह इतिहास की साँसें सुनने जैसा है-हर शब्द, हर विराम, उन तरंगों के माध्यम से आज भी जीवंत है।
Akashvani and Doordarshan had never lost sight of their true purpose – public service. In 2001, the Government officially declared it as Public Service Broadcasting Day- or as we lovingly call it, Jan Prasaran Diwas. Every year since then, Akashvani has been celebrating the occasion every year with special programmes and events. Akashvani music artists render bhajans dear to Mahatma Gandhi to mark these celebrations.
जिस स्टूडियो में महात्मा गांधी ने 1947 में अपना ऐतिहासिक भाषण दिया था, उसे ‘बापू स्टूडियो’ के नाम से समर्पित किया गया है। स्टूडियो के अंदर आपको गांधीजी के भाषण की रिकॉर्डिंग, उनकी प्रार्थना सभा के अंश, और उस अद्भुत यात्रा की यादगार चीज़ें और प्राचीन वस्तुएँ मिलेंगी। यहाँ एक विशेष रूप से तैयार की गई फोटो गैलरी भी है जो आपको उस दिन की याद दिलाती है।
Since 2000, 12th November has become a day to celebrate and spread awareness about the values of public service broadcasting across India. It’s also a day that inspires broadcasters to carry forward the spirit and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi- bringing knowledge, encouragement, and hope to every corner of the country. Public broadcasting isn’t just about news or entertainment. It’s a lifeline that connects and uplifts voices from rural areas and marginalised communities, keeping alive the Gandhian values of empathy, service, and education.
यह दिन सार्वजनिक प्रसारकों – आकाशवाणी और दूरदर्शन – की सराहना करने का है। 1936 में अपनी यात्रा शुरू करने वाला आकाशवाणी और 1959 में शुरू हुआ दूरदर्शन, सिर्फ़ प्रसारणकर्ता से कहीं बढ़कर रहे हैं। ये हमारे राष्ट्र निर्माण की कहानी के स्तंभ रहे हैं, जिन्होंने शहरों से लेकर सुदूर गाँवों तक, लाखों लोगों तक सूचना, शिक्षा और मनोरंजन पहुँचाया है। इसलिए, जब हम लोक सेवा प्रसारण दिवस मनाते हैं, तो हम सिर्फ़ गांधीजी के एक ऐतिहासिक प्रसारण को याद नहीं कर रहे होते – हम मीडिया की उस स्थायी शक्ति का जश्न मना रहे होते हैं जो लोगों की सेवा करती है, राष्ट्र को सूचित करती है और जन सेवा की भावना को जीवित रखती है।
When we talk about public broadcasting in India, it’s really about one thing: reaching everyone, especially those living in remote and rural corners where commercial media can’t always reach. And that, in many ways, echoes Gandhiji’s own vision. Mahatma Gandhi always said that India’s soul lives in its villages. He believed true development meant empowering rural communities.
आज, आकाशवाणी उस दृष्टिकोण को आगे बढ़ा रहा है-कृषि सुझावों से लेकर स्वास्थ्य सलाह तक, शैक्षिक कार्यक्रमों से लेकर मौसम संबंधी अपडेट तक। दूर-दराज के गाँवों में रहने वाले लाखों लोगों के लिए, ये प्रसारण सिर्फ़ सूचना ही नहीं, बल्कि जीवनरेखा हैं।
CONCLUSION
From information to inspiration, Akashvani has been a bridge between the government and the common people, especially in rural India. Exactly! When television and the internet were still dreams for many, Akashvani reached the remotest corners – from the deserts of Rajasthan to the hills of Nagaland – carrying education, health awareness, agricultural updates, and entertainment. Let’s not forget the Krishi Darshan and Kisanvani programs, which guided farmers on weather forecasts, modern farming methods, and government schemes. These programs became a lifeline for millions of farmers across India.
और सिर्फ़ कृषि ही नहीं, आकाशवाणी ने साक्षरता, महिला सशक्तिकरण, स्वास्थ्य शिक्षा और राष्ट्रीय एकता को बढ़ावा देने में भी अहम भूमिका निभाई है। आज के डिजिटल युग में, आकाशवाणी निरंतर विकसित हो रहा है – ऑनलाइन स्ट्रीमिंग, पॉडकास्ट और सामुदायिक रेडियो स्टेशनों के साथ जो स्थानीय आवाज़ों को राष्ट्रीय मंच प्रदान करते हैं। इसका मिशन आज भी वही है: “बहुजन हिताय, बहुजन सुखाय” – यानी सभी के कल्याण और सुख के लिए।
Because radio isn’t just about sound – it’s about connection, trust, and service. So, in a way, every time you tune in to Akashvani, you’re connecting with a tradition that’s rooted in Gandhi’s ideals- spreading knowledge, empowering communities, and keeping the heart of India’s villages alive on the airwaves.
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क्षेत्रीय संवाददाता:
VANDE MATARAM-RAAG DESH
पूरा देश राष्ट्र-गीत वंदे मातरम की रचना के 150वें वर्ष का उत्सव मना रहा है। इस गीत ने भारतीयों के कई पीढ़ियों को एकजुट रहने और राष्ट्रीय भावना से गौरवान्वित होने के लिए प्रेरित किया। प्रस्तुत है वंदे मातरम के सबसे लोकप्रिय और मान्यता प्राप्त संस्करण राग देश पर एक रिपोर्ट…
“The majestic melody of Vande Mataram has been woven into the nostalgic Raag Desh, echoing the depths of patriotism and devotion. The most popular and recognized version of Vande Mataram is based on Raag Desh. This raag is known for its patriotic and devotional character and is often used for compositions that evoke love for the motherland. Raag Desh is an audava-sampurna raga, which uses five notes in ascent and all seven notes in descent. Its structure lends itself to expressing both veer rasa and shringar rasa ,making it suitable for a patriotic anthem. The mellifluous raag flows like a river through the emotions of India which reflects tranquil yet powerful feelings among the people. Legendary classical singer Pandit Bhimsen Joshi sang the soulful song in Raag desh ,leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all Indians. His soul-stirring rendition ignited a fervent blaze of devotion, as if the very essence of the motherland had been distilled into every note, every phrase and every beat. One of the earliest tunes of Vande Mataram was set by famous Dhrupad Maestro Jadunath Bhattacharya of Vishnupar Gharana to Raag Kafion Trital. A myriad range of tunes and compositions of Vande Mataram form an integral part of our rich and diverse musical legacy. With Shivang and Saumya, this is Anuja Kumar, for Akashvani News.”
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SRINAGAR INTRO
The importance of science in day to day life is being focused by the country’s leadership so that the people could be benefitted from the innovative work and research of the researchers and the scientists. The work of the researchers and scientists is to inculcate sense of awareness about the benefits of science for all peoples across the globe. A report from the Srinagar Correspondent:
“The important role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues, requires serious thought from all stakeholders. There is a need to understand the importance and relevance of science in our daily lives. Talking to PARIKRAMA, Policy Framework Expert in Education & Development, Dr Shabistan Gaffar, outlined the need of working on science education in Jammu & Kashmir:
The experts opine that linking science more closely with society, the aim is to ensure that citizens are kept informed of the developments in science. The role scientists play in broadening our understanding about the science is also aimed to make our living and survival more sustainable on the Earth. For PARIKRAMA, TARIQ RATHER, Akashvani News, Srinagar.”
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ASSAM INTRO
The staple food of Assamese cuisine is rice, which is often served with a variety of meat, fish, and vegetable dishes. It is the principal crop in the State and has the highest area under rice cultivation in Northeast India. Rice is cultivated in a wide range of agro-ecological situations in Assam: from the hill slopes to drought-affected upland and rain-fed lowland to very deep water conditions. There are four broad divisions of rice cultivars grown in the State – Sali (winter rice), Ahu (autumn), Boro (summer) and Bao (deepwater rice). Due to low production of indigenous rice varieties and climate change, local varieties are vanishing at a very fast pace from Assam and other northeastern states. To preserve and spread the use of indigenous rice varieties, Assam’s Mahan Chandra Borah is running a gene bank of indigenous rice seeds that are fast disappearing not only from Assam but also from other parts of northeast India; and the rest of the country as well. More from Our Correspondent:
“Mahan Chandra Borah of Jorhat district of Assam is running an indigenous rice seed library. This rice library is northeast India’s first indigenous seed saving library which collects and promotes the cultivation of traditional varieties of rice cultivated for centuries as these varieties offer a wide range of benefits, including resistance to pests and climate stress but they are increasingly threatened by the dominance of high-yielding varieties. Mahan Chandra Borah’s rice library has over 500 rice varieties from across the country, some indigenous to the Northeast while some from outside. He started the seed bank about two decades ago and this library has a wide variety of rice seeds that are aromatic, sticky, black, and flood-tolerant and hill rice, even some with medicinal properties. The rice library also has records of information about each variety and how they can be grown. He not only is conserving indigenous paddy varieties, but also spreading awareness for their conservation and use. Mahan Borah is racing against time to stock up nearly-extinct and rare indigenous rice varieties and grows each variety in one square meter every year and farmers can take seeds in smaller quantities for free. His Annapurna rice seed library, is also a sister library of the California-based Richmond Grows Seed Lending Library. Aminul Haque Jwadder, Akashvani Guwahati.”
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ITNAGAR INTRO
Arunachal Pradesh, renowned for its lush forests and varied ecosystems, has made a significant botanical breakthrough. Researchers from the Botanical Survey of India’s Itanagar centre have discovered two rare Hoya plant species in the state, underscoring its incredible biodiversity and highlighting the vast potential for further exploration. More from our correspondent;
“Hoya chinghungensis has been documented in India for the first time, and Hoya acuminata is a new find for Arunachal Pradesh, marking a major milestone in the documentation of the state’s rich, yet largely unexplored, flora. The Hoya genus, popularly known as wax plants, is prized for its thick, waxy leaves and striking star-shaped flowers. Thriving in tropical climates, these plants are cherished for their ornamental value and ecological importance, supporting pollinators like bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. The discovery of new Hoya species in Arunachal Pradesh sheds light on the distribution of rare tropical flora in India, enriching our understanding of the country’s unique plant heritage and highlighting the region’s significance in the botanical world. Arunachal Pradesh’s forests, especially in its hilly and remote areas, remain largely uncharted territory. Research by the Botanical Survey of India highlights the region’s extraordinary biological diversity, with many plant species yet to be documented. The find of these two Hoya species underscores the urgent need for systematic botanical exploration and research, hinting that further studies could reveal more rare or even undiscovered species, cementing Arunachal Pradesh as a crucial hub for scientific discovery. FOR PARIKRAMA Kenyum Ango Akashvani, Itanagar.”
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LADAKH INTRO
In Ladakh, the District Administration Leh is organising Public Outreach Camps under the “Mimangs-Si-sJabstogs” (Administration at Your Doorstep) Initiative in all remote areas of the district. The aim of these outreach camps is to deliver essential government services directly to the villagers. More from our correspondent;
“For the Welfare of the common man, the Leh administration is delivering the governance at the Doorstep. Various camps are being organised in all the remote and far flung areas with the active participation of the senior Government officers addressing public grievances and resolving issues at the grassroots level. A key aspect of the outreach initiative is to raise awareness about various government welfare schemes. Government Departments are setting up stalls to raise about the programmes and are engaging in providing solutions to the issues facing the people on the spot. For instance, The Power Development Department is promoting the Rooftop Solar Subsidy Scheme, encouraging villagers to take advantage of the subsidy offered by both the UT Administration and the central government. The Labour and Cooperative Department is generating awareness on employment opportunities through MGNREGA, as well as cooperative schemes designed to support local livelihoods. land-related matters, including land mutation, Pending Compensation as well as issues with land extension (Aabadi) are being taken by the Revenue Department. Services like Job Card, income,domicile & ST Certificates, ABHA Card and Ayushman Card, PMJAY enrollments, PM Kisan applications, Ration Card distribution, Tap Water Connections under JJM, Providing Loans through Subsidy, Green House distribution among the farmers, are being providing free in these outreach camps. Yangchan Dolma for Parikarama from Leh.”
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खेल
काहिरा में, निशानेबाजी विश्वकप में ऐश्वर्य प्रताप सिंह तोमर ने कल पुरुषों की 50 मीटर राइफल थ्री पोज़िशन्स स्पर्धा में रजत पदक जीता। यह ऐश्वर्य प्रताप सिंह का पहला व्यक्तिगत विश्व चैंपियनशिप पदक है। एयर पिस्टल विश्व चैंपियन सम्राट राणा और मौजूदा चैंपियन ईशा सिंह ने भी 10 मीटर एयर पिस्टल मिक्सड टीम स्पर्धा में रजत पदक जीता। इसके साथ ही भारत के 11 पदक हो गए हैं। इनमें तीन स्वर्ण, पाँच रजत और तीन कांस्य पदक शामिल हैं।
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BUSINESS NEWS
Benchmark domestic equity indices, the Sensex and the Nifty, started the session with gains and extended the momentum throughout the day. Indices ended higher for the third consecutive session. The Sensex surged 595 points or 0.71 per cent to close at 84 thousand 467, while the Nifty advanced 181 points or 0.7 per cent to settle at 25 thousand 876. In the Forex market, the rupee today depreciated by seven paise to trade at 88 rupees and 63 paise against US dollars, a short while ago.
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अब हम याद करेंगे महान स्वतंत्रता सेनानियों को और बात करेंगे उन महान व्यक्तियों की जिनकी आज है-पुण्यतिथि, जयंती या जन्मदिन।
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अख़्तर-उल-ईमान का जन्म 12 नवम्बर 1915 को किला, नजीबाबाद उत्तर प्रदेश में हुआ। ये मुख्यत: नज़्म के शायर थे। हिंदी सिनेमा को उनका योगदान महत्वपूर्ण है, उनकी पहली ऐतिहासिक फिल्म कानून थी जो उनकी बड़ी हिट फ़िल्म थी। अन्य महत्वपूर्ण फिल्मों के लिए उन्होंने एक स्क्रिप्ट लेखक के रूप में योगदान दिया। फ़िल्म धर्मपुत्र (1963) और वक़्त (1966) में संवाद लेखन के लिए फ़िल्मफ़ेयर अवार्ड मिला।
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Neil Percival Young was born on this day in 1945. He is a Canadian and American singer-songwriter. Son of journalist, sportswriter, and novelist Scott Young, Neil embarked on a music career in Winnipeg in the 1960s. Young moved to Los Angeles, forming the folk rock group Buffalo Springfield. Since the beginning of his solo career, often backed by the band Crazy Horse, he released critically acclaimed albums such as Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere (1969), After the Gold Rush (1970), Harvest (1972), On the Beach (1974), and Rust Never Sleeps (1979). He was also a part-time member of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, with whom he recorded the chart-topping 1970 album Déjà Vu.
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Ira Marvin Levin passed away on this day in 2007. He was an American novelist, playwright, and songwriter. His works include the novels A Kiss Before Dying (1953), Rosemary’s Baby (1967), The Stepford Wives (1972), This Perfect Day (1970), The Boys from Brazil (1976), and Sliver (1991). Levin also wrote the play Deathtrap (1978). Many of his novels and plays have been adapted into films. He received the Prometheus Hall of Fame Award and several Edgar Awards. In 1996 he was given the Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement.
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पांडुरंग महादेव बापट भारत के एक ऐसे स्वतंत्रता सेनानी थे जो क्रांतिकारी और गांधीवादी जैसी विविध विचारधाराओं के विशिष्ट संयोजन के लिए जाने जाते हैं। आज, उन्हें पर्यावरण संरक्षक और ‘सार्वजनिक स्वच्छता’ के समर्थक के रूप में भी याद किया जाता है।
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Sálim Moizuddin Abdul Ali was born on this day in 1896. He was an Indian ornithologist and naturalist. Sometimes referred to as the “Birdman of India”, Salim Ali was the first Indian to conduct systematic bird surveys across India and wrote several bird books that popularized ornithology in India. He became a key figure behind the Bombay Natural History Society after 1947 and used his personal influence to garner government support for the organisation, establish the Bharatpur bird sanctuary (Keoladeo National Park) and prevent the destruction of what is now the Silent Valley National Park in Kerala. Along with Sidney Dillon Ripley he wrote the landmark ten volume Handbook of the Birds of India and Pakistan, a second edition of which was completed after his death. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1958 and the Padma Vibhushan in 1976.
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द्विजेन मुखोपाध्याय (12 नवंबर 1927 – 24 दिसंबर 2018) एक भारतीय संगीतकार और गायक थे इन्होंने छह दशकों तक फिल्मों में संगीत दिया। वे रवींद्र संगीत, बंगाली और हिंदी फ़िल्मी गीतों के कलाकार थे। उन्होंने 1500 से ज़्यादा गाने रिकॉर्ड किए, जिनमें से लगभग 800 रवींद्रनाथ ठाकुर के गीत हैं।उन्होंने बंगाली फ़ीचर फ़िल्मों में संगीत निर्देशन भी किया और लोकप्रिय बंगाली मूल गीतों के लिए संगीत तैयार किया।बाद में मुखोपाध्याय सलिल चौधरी के साथ काम करने के लिए मुंबई चले गए और लता मंगेशकर के साथ ‘हनीमून’ (1960), ‘माया’ (1961), ‘सपन सुहाने’ (1961) जैसी हिंदी फिल्मों के लिए गाने रिकॉर्ड किए।
He was a performer of Rabindrasangeet, Bengali basic songs, Bengali and Hindi film songs. He recorded more than 1500 songs, of which about 800 are songs of Rabindranath Tagore.
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