Governor of Manipur Ajay Kumar Bhalla, yesterday, attended the Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Akashvani Imphal held at the City Convention Centre in Imphal. The event marked sixty years of Akashvani Imphal’s distinguished service to the people of Manipur and the nation.

 

 

On the occasion, the Governor released the Diamond Jubilee Souvenir and distributed citations to officers of Akashvani Imphal and sponsors of the celebration. The programme was attended by Anurag Bajpai, Additional Chief Secretary; Rajiv Kumar Jain, Director General of Akashvani; Satyajeet Dash, Additional Director General, Akashvani North East Zone; and senior officials of the State government.

 

 

In his address, the Governor congratulated the Akashvani Imphal family for its six decades of exemplary service since its inception on the 15th of August, 1963. He praised the station’s vital role in promoting national unity, preserving Manipur’s cultural identity, and giving a voice to remote communities through programmes in multiple local dialects.

 

 

The Governor commended Akashvani Imphal’s professionalism and innovation in public broadcasting, including its pioneering digital initiatives such as 24×7 YouTube live streaming. With over twenty-two national awards, he said, Akashvani Imphal stands as a shining example of dedication and creativity.

 

 

Reflecting on the evolving media landscape, Shri Bhalla urged journalists and broadcasters to uphold truth, restraint, and ethics in their work. He remarked that “the journalist’s pen and the broadcaster’s microphone are powerful tools – they can either heal or harm, and the responsibility to use them wisely rests with every media professional.”

 

 

The event also featured colourful cultural performances by Padma Shri awardee Guru Rewben Mashangva and renowned folk singer Mangka Mayanglambam, celebrating Manipur’s rich artistic heritage and the enduring spirit of Akashvani Imphal.