- Advocates for cultural preservation and Old-World Radio Charm
Governor Kavinder Gupta today inaugurated Radio Kullu 90.4 FM in Kullu, an initiative operated by the Samphia Foundation. It is sponsored by the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and dedicated in memory of the late Vidisha Bhardwaj. Lady Governor Bindu Gupta was also present on the occasion.
In a special interview on Radio Kullu 90.4 FM, Governor shared insights on preserving local traditions, the timeless legacy of the Kullu Dussehra and the enduring charm of radio as a medium for mass communication.
Reflecting on his personal connection to broadcasting, the Governor recalled his early days and how his father, an employee of the Postal Department, witnessed an era when radios required official licenses. He fondly reminisced about the days when a radio was a proud household possession, often found playing at village chaupals alongside community gatherings.
Applauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’, the Governor credited the initiative for successfully reviving radio culture and keeping the traditional medium alive in the modern digital age.
On the occasion the Governor recited a self-composed verse highlighting courage and determination, alongside a lighthearted piece reflecting on everyday life.
The Governor congratulated Gaurav Bhardwaj for launching the radio station in memory of his late mother.
Director, Samphia Foundation Dr. Shruti More Bhardwaj, Prof. Shashi Kant Sharma from Department of journalism, HP University Shimla and other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.
