Government approves Central Sector Broadcasting Infrastructure & Network Development Scheme

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Government approves Central Sector Broadcasting Infrastructure & Network Development Scheme

The Central Government has approved Central Sector Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development (BIND) Scheme with an outlay of over two 2,539 crore rupees up to 2025-26 on 4 January.

About the Scheme

  • The scheme will financially assist Prasar Bharati in expansion and upgradation of its broadcasting infrastructure, content development and civic works.

  • The scheme will broaden the reach in Left Wing Extremism, border and strategic areas.

  • The scheme is a means of providing financial assistance to Prasar Bharati for expenses related to expansion and upgradation of its broadcasting infrastructure, content development and civic work related to the organisation.

  • The scheme will enable the public broadcaster to upgrade facilities with better infrastructure.

  • This will enhance the reach of the scheme including Left Wing Extremism, Border and Strategic Sectors and provide high quality content to the viewers.

About Prasar Bharati

  • It is the largest statutory autonomous public broadcasting agency in India which was established in 1997.

  • It was established under an Act of Parliament and consists of Doordarshan Television Network and All India Radio.

  • In September 1990, the Parliament passed the Prasar Bharati (Broadcasting Corporation of India) Act. 

  • This Act made provision for the establishment of a Broadcasting Corporation of India named Prasar Bharati.

  • Head quarters - New Delhi

  • CEO - Gaurav Dwivedi 


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