Maharashtra – Western Zone Community Radio Fraternity
Maharashtra’s community radio movement reflects the vibrant cultural diversity, urban-rural balance, and progressive development ethos of the state. From metropolitan regions to tribal belts and coastal communities, community radio stations in Maharashtra act as catalysts for awareness, participation, and inclusive growth. Through localized programming, grassroots engagement, and citizen journalism, CRS members across Maharashtra strengthen democratic communication and amplify marginalized voices.
Community Radio Landscape in Maharashtra
Maharashtra is one of India’s most dynamic states, characterized by economic leadership, strong civil society institutions, and diverse linguistic identities. Community radio stations in Maharashtra operate across educational campuses, rural development organizations, women-led groups, and social enterprises. These stations broadcast content in Marathi and regional dialects, addressing agriculture, fisheries, health awareness, youth employment, women’s empowerment, disaster preparedness, and local governance. Through participatory programming models, stations ensure that community members are not only listeners but contributors, storytellers, and decision-makers. This participatory framework enhances local ownership and strengthens community trust in media platforms.
Urban & Rural Balance
Unlike many regions, Maharashtra’s CRS ecosystem bridges both urban innovation and rural transformation. Stations in urban clusters focus on skill development, entrepreneurship awareness, environmental advocacy, and civic engagement. Meanwhile, rural stations concentrate on agricultural advisory services, tribal welfare programs, local health campaigns, and grassroots education initiatives. This dual impact approach ensures balanced development communication and reinforces the credibility of community radio as a reliable public information source across diverse socio-economic settings.
Capacity Building & Technical Growth
CRS members in Maharashtra continuously enhance their technical and editorial capacities through training workshops, knowledge exchanges, and peer mentoring facilitated under FCRS initiatives. Focus areas include studio digitization, mobile reporting tools, ethical broadcasting standards, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. By embracing digital integration and social media synergy, Maharashtra’s community radio stations expand their outreach while preserving grassroots authenticity. This structured capacity development strengthens sustainability and professional credibility.
Social Impact & Development Communication
Community radio stations across Maharashtra have contributed significantly to social awareness campaigns related to public health, sanitation drives, women’s safety, financial literacy, and environmental conservation. During crises such as floods, droughts, or public health emergencies, stations act as immediate local information hubs. By delivering accurate and context-sensitive information in local languages, CRS platforms foster resilience and reduce misinformation. Their sustained presence reinforces inclusive development and community solidarity.
Strengthening Western Zone Collaboration
Maharashtra’s CRS fraternity actively collaborates with other Western Zone states to exchange program models, share innovations, and build unified advocacy strategies. Through joint workshops, webinars, and knowledge-sharing forums, stations collectively work toward policy awareness, sustainability planning, and digital transformation. This cooperative framework ensures that the Western Zone community radio network remains cohesive, responsive, and future-ready—supporting participatory democracy and community empowerment across the region.
| S.No | Name of Organization | District | State | Frequency | Name of CRS | Validity | Contact Person | Contact Number | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Savitribai Phule Pune University | Pune | Maharashtra | 107.40 | Vidyavani Community Radio | 11/01/2029 | Shridatta Gaikwad | 8007059090 | vidyavanicr@gmail.com |
| 2 | Film & TV Institute of India | Pune | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio FTII 90.4 | 12/07/2026 | Archana Dharmadhikari | 9284592520 | radio@ftii.ac.in |
| 3 | Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth | Thane | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Dnyanvani | 11/23/2027 | Ms. Anushka Kulkarni | 9820750175 | bhakti.naik@dypatil.edu |
| 4 | Mann Deshi Foundation | Satara | Maharashtra | 90.40 | MANNDESHI TARANG VAHINI | 06/19/2028 | Anup Phuske | 9921917220 | crs@manndeshi.org.in |
| 5 | Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ahmednagar | Ahmednagar | Maharashtra | 90.80 | KVK Pravara CRS | 03/02/2029 | Dr. SD Nalkar | 9890577525 | kvkahmednagar@yahoo.com |
| 6 | Yeralavani Projects Society | Sangli | Maharashtra | 91.20 | Yeralavani CRS | 01/30/2026 | Anuradha Kunte | 8275377077 | yeralavani912@gmail.com |
| 7 | MGM College of Journalism & Mass Media | Aurangabad | Maharashtra | 90.80 | MGM Community Radio 90.8 | 03/22/2027 | Devashish Sadanand Shedge | 9359320080 | mgmstationhead@gmail.com |
| 8 | Mahatma Gandhi Institute for Rural Industrialization | Wardha | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio MGIRI 90.4 FM | 06/19/2027 | Amol Deshmukh | 9922337361 | radiomgiri904fm@gmail.com |
| 9 | Shivaji University Kolhapur | Kolhapur | Maharashtra | 89.60 | Radio ShivVani 89.6 FM | 09/22/2027 | Registrar | 0231-2698711 | registrar@unishivaji.ac.in |
| 10 | Rayat Shikshan Sanstha | Satara | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Rayatvani | 11/17/2027 | - | 9730951806 | secretary@rayatshikshan.edu |
| 11 | Snehalaya | Ahmednagar | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio Nagar 90.4 FM | 11/25/2025 | Abhijeet Warule | 9011112390 | radionagar@snehalaya.org |
| 12 | Mahatma Gandhi Vidyamandir’s MSG Arts, Science & Commerce College | Nashik | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio Mast | 01/11/2026 | Shri Prashant Bachhav | 7720020774 | radiomast20july@gmail.com |
| 13 | Vishwas Dnyan Prabodhini & Research Institute | Nashik | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Radio Vishwas 90.8 CR | 05/23/2026 | Dr. Hari Vinayak Kulkarni | 8380016500 | dr.hariradio.vishwas@gmail.com |
| 14 | Sadhana Krishi Vigyan Kendra (AMRAVATI) | Amravati | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Sadhana Radio 90.4 MHz | 07/06/2026 | Dr. K. A. Dhapke | 9922410177 | pckvkda2015@gmail.com |
| 15 | National Welfare Society | Washim | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Radio Vatsagulm | 06/14/2027 | Mohd Shoeb | 9970033445 | shoebmadria@gmail.com |
| 16 | Terna Public Charitable Trust’s College of Engineering | Osmanabad | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio Terna @ 90.4 FM | 07/04/2026 | Sunjay Maindarge | 9890010072 | coe@ternatrust.org |
| 17 | Shri Hirji Bhojraj & Sons C.V.O. Jain School | Mumbai City | Maharashtra | 107.80 | Radio Assanjo | 11/08/2026 | Mr. Chandra V. Gorgi | 2224044063 | info@shishuvan.com |
| 18 | Nisarg Mitra Gram Vikas Shikshan Sanstha | Wardha | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Radio Wardha 90.8 FM | 04/06/2027 | Ajay Tigaonkar | 9766320212 | radiowardha@gmail.com |
| 19 | Shriram Gramin Sanshodhan va Vikas | Solapur | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio Bhumi | 09/28/2026 | Anita Dhobale | 9823210133 | radiobhumi904@gmail.com |
| 20 | Akola College of Journalism | Akola | Maharashtra | 90.40 | FM Radio 90.4 Cotton City Akola | 07/13/2027 | Dr. Ganesh Borkar | 9423852035 | 904fmradio@gmail.com |
| 21 | World Renewal Spiritual Trust | Pune | Maharashtra | 107.80 | Suneri Aawaz 107.8 FM | 09/25/2027 | Tejaswini | 7588099185 | suneriaawazfm@gmail.com |
| 22 | Savitribai Phule Mahila Vikas Sanstha | Pune | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio Shiveni 90.4 FM | 07/29/2028 | Rameshwar Khot | 9767951917 | yash108@gmail.com |
| 23 | Arts, Science & Commerce College, Indapur | Pune | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio Dnyanvardhini | 02/08/2027 | Chakane Sanjay Dnyaneshwar | 9890171857 | jrioninikulkar@gmail.com |
| 24 | Mauli Shikshan Prasarak Mandal | Parbhani | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Radio Parbhani | 12/16/2025 | Shriniwas Solanke | 8805014535 | radioparbhani@gmail.com |
| 25 | Tirpude College of Social Work | Nagpur | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Apna Nagpur | 12/06/2026 | Swati | 9421234206 | tcsw@rediffmail.com |
| 26 | KCE Society’s Moolji Jaitha College | Jalgaon | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Manbhavan Radio | 02/02/2027 | Dr. S. N. Bharambe | 9922337361 | manbhavanradio@gmail.com |
| 27 | Bhumika Minority Educational & Social Foundation | Latur | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio Siddh | 04/25/2027 | Ms. Sarita Kachave | 8805014535 | saritasolanke@gmail.com |
| 28 | Savitribai Phule Mahila Ekta Samaj Mandal | Aurangabad | Maharashtra | 91.20 | Radio Deogiri 91.2 FM | 02/17/2026 | Anand Gajanan Phatak | 9822435531 | spmesm@gmail.com |
| 29 | Janiva | Ratnagiri | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Radio Kokan | 09/29/2025 | Yuvraj Mohite | 8898061430 | mohiteyuvraj1@gmail.com |
| 30 | N.G. Acharya & D.K. Marathe College | Mumbai City | Maharashtra | 90.00 | Acharya 90 FM | 12/07/2026 | Anil Chauhan | 9820330045 | ctesamc@gmail.com |
| 31 | Kasegaon Education Society | Sangli | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Radio Sugar 90.8 FM | 11/02/2025 | Sushma S. Kulkarni | 9970700701 | radiosugar@ritindia.edu |
| 32 | Shreeshakti Shaikshanik Sanstha | Nashik | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Divine Radio 90.8 | 12/14/2026 | Dr. Apoorva Hiray | 9850411999 | shreeshaktiss.nasik@rediffmail.com |
| 33 | Shri Ramsingh Thakur Sevabhavi Sanstha | Hingoli | Maharashtra | 90.40 | Hingoli Radio | 12/01/2026 | Dr. Trishna Kapoor | 9315826394 | srts.snstha@gmail.com |
| 34 | Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj Gram Vikas Sanstha | Latur | Maharashtra | 91.20 | Prutvi Rakshan | 03/15/2025 | Patel Parvej | 9422610786 | radioppp57@gmail.com |
| 35 | Jaanta Raja Shikshan Prasarak Sanstha | Nashik | Maharashtra | 91.20 | Radio Namkeen | 02/23/2026 | Vishnu Sukhdeo Jadhav | 9757092220 | rahulshivan@gmail.com |
| 36 | Madhuraa Women Empowerment & Welfare Trust | Nashik | Maharashtra | 90.00 | Radio MITT | 11/23/2026 | Sampada Hiray | 7887888678 | madhuraatrust@gmail.com |
| 37 | Savitribai Mahila Bahuuddeshiya Shikshan Sanstha | Buldana | Maharashtra | 90.80 | Radio Welcome | 01/26/2027 | Bharat Jadhav | 9763844989 | smbssbuldana@gmail.com |
| 38 | Pimpri Chinchwad Education Trust (PCET) | Pune | Maharashtra | 90.40 | PCET Infinity Community Radio | 03/21/2027 | Shri D.P. Landge | 020-27653168 | directorpcet@gmail.com |
| 39 | Dnyanganga Shikshan Prasarak Mandal | Buldana | Maharashtra | 89.60 | Radio Silvercity 89.6 | 05/11/2027 | Aniruddha Deshmukh | 8191004009 | dnyanganga@gmail.com |
| 40 | Navjeevan Gramvikas Pratishthan | Thane | Maharashtra | 89.60 | Radio Suradhish | 03/02/2028 | Ravindra Baburao Kharat | 8007467673 | navjeevangramvikas04@gmail.com |
| 41 | Navsanjivan Shikshan Prasarak Mandal | Yavatmal | Maharashtra | 89.60 | Radio Sangivani | 09/03/2028 | Dr. Nandkishor A. Hirwe | 9421149323 | kvkyavatmal2@gmail.com |
| 42 | Khadi Education Society | Pune | Maharashtra | 89.60 | Radio TJ | 11/28/2028 | Krishna Kumar Goyal | 9890171857 | schakane@gmail.com |
| 43 | Marathwada Shikshan Prasarak Mandal | Aurangabad | Maharashtra | 90.00 | Radio Devgiri | 04/02/2029 | Dr. Ashok Tejankar | 9763748883 | sanwad.samit@gmail.com |
| Total Community Radio Stations in Maharashtra: 43 (As per extracted visible records) | |||||||||