KARNATAKA
Karnataka, within the Southern Zone of the Federation of Community Radio Stations (FCRS), represents a technologically progressive and culturally diverse state where community radio serves as a vital bridge between rural communities, urban development sectors, educational institutions, and governance systems. With strong agricultural regions, coastal districts, and emerging innovation hubs, Community Radio Stations in Karnataka strengthen participatory communication and promote inclusive development across districts.
Agriculture & Rural Outreach
CRS platforms support farmers with region-specific advisory programs, water management discussions, and climate resilience awareness tailored to Karnataka’s diverse agro-climatic zones.
Technology & Innovation Dialogue
Community Radio encourages conversations around digital literacy, innovation ecosystems, and youth entrepreneurship in urban and semi-urban districts.
Coastal & Fisheries Communication
Stations provide marine weather alerts, livelihood updates, and sustainable fishing practices for coastal communities.
Youth & Educational Empowerment
Programming strengthens academic awareness, competitive examination guidance, and skill development initiatives.
Women & Social Inclusion
CRS highlights self-help groups, healthcare initiatives, and financial literacy programs for women.
Healthcare Awareness
Verified health information, vaccination campaigns, and preventive healthcare programs enhance community well-being.
Governance Transparency
Broadcasting ensures dissemination of welfare schemes, public services, and development initiatives.
Southern Zone Collaboration
Karnataka contributes to regional training workshops, cross-state content sharing, and sustainable CRS development initiatives.
| S.No | Organization | District | Frequency | CRS Name | Validity | Contact Person | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | University of Agricultural Sciences | Dharwad | 90.40 MHz | Krishi Community Radio | 19/07/2026 | Dr. Surekha Sankangoudar | 9448495343, 9986429861 | kcrsuasd@rediffmail.com |
| 61 | Shree Ramana Maharishi Academy for the Blind | Bangalore Rural | 90.40 MHz | Ramana Bhawani | 01/11/2027 | T.V Srinivasan | 9482022973 | tvs@srmab.org.in |
| 62 | Sri Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain College | Bangalore Urban | 90.40 MHz | Radio Active 90.4 | 06/03/2027 | Pinky Chandran | 9845888686 | radioactivecr90.4mhz@gmail.com |
| 64 | Sri Siddhartha Centre for Media Studies | Tumkur | 90.80 MHz | Radio Siddhartha | 11/11/2027 | Shivaji Ganeshan | 9845606952 | sankara1college@rediffmail.com |
| 66 | Manipal Academy of Higher Education | Udupi | 90.40 MHz | Radio Manipal | 03/03/2028 | Dr. Rashmi Ammembala | 9449325048 | rashmi.ka@manipal.edu |
| 69 | Mysore Resettlement & Development Agency | Kolar | 90.40 MHz | Nammadhwani CRS | 17/09/2028 | Mr. Shivashankar | 9449920494 | nammadhwanicmrc@gmail.com |
| 70 | Sharnbasveshwar College of Science | Gulbarga | 90.80 MHz | Antarvani CRS | 17/12/2028 | Dr. Shivaraj | 9448882050 | appa@bgl.vsnl.net.in |
| 71 | St. Aloysius College | Dakshina Kannada | 107.80 MHz | Radio Sarang | 04/02/2029 | Dr. Melwyn Pinto | 8861758170 | radiosarang@gmail.com |
| 302 | Kodachadri Integrated Development Society | Shimoga | 90.80 MHz | Radio Shivamogga | 27/12/2026 | Janardhana G.L | 7259176279, 9480431983 | janna.janni@gmail.com |
| 303 | JSS College of Arts & Science | Mysore | 91.20 MHz | JSS Radio 91.2 FM | 14/05/2030 | Prof. M. Mahadevappa | 0821-2548236 | jssautonomous@gmail.com |
| 74 | Viveka School of Excellence | Mysore | 90.80 MHz | Janadhwani | 25/09/2026 | Dr Dennis Chauhan | 9900053119 | janadhwani@svym.org.in |
| 75 | KLE Technological University | Dharwad | 90.40 MHz | KLE Dhwani BVB | 20/08/2027 | Gopalkrishna Hegde | 9449139121 | kledhwani@gmail.com |
| 76 | Narayana Hrudayalaya | Bangalore Urban | 90.40 MHz | Namma Naadi | 14/02/2026 | Varuna K S | 7899002700 | community.radio@narayanahealth.org |
| 77 | Women’s Welfare Society | Belagavi | 90.80 MHz | Nammur Banuli | 01/11/2025 | Smt. V.M. Chougala | 8312436351 | wwsbelgaum@gmail.com |
| 78 | KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research | Belagavi | 90.40 MHz | KLE Venudhwani | 18/01/2025 | Dr. Sunil S. Jalalpure | 9448964057 | jalalpuresunil@rediffmail.com |
| 279 | Basaveshwar Engineering College | Bagalkot | 90.40 MHz | BEC Dhwani | 28/05/2029 | Basavaprabhu G. Sheeparamatti | 9448789302 | becbgk.fm@gmail.com |
| 83 | Shri Dharamsthala Manjunatheshwara College | Dakshina Kannada | 90.40 MHz | Radio Ninada | 08/07/2028 | Bhaskara Hegde | 9448911926 | radioninada@gmail.com |