The strong argument in support of opening Yuva Vani channel of AIR in J&K some years ago was that it served the local cultural aspirations and also provided platform for new talent. On the basis of this sound argument, the Yuva Vani began its relays. Many accomplished artists with good talent took keen interest in performing at this channel and providing great source of entertainment and education to the youth of the State. At the same time, some of the traditional cultural manifestations which might have faded away with the passage of time have been revived and rejuvenated by the Yuva Vani.
Unfortunately, just before the parliamentary elections this channel was stopped by the Union Ministry of Information. We are not aware what the reasons for closing down the channel were but we are fully aware that there was widespread resentment among the youth in Jammu against this decision and they demanded restoration of the channel. Thanks to the efforts of Dr. Jitendra Singh, the MOS at PMO who took up the matter with the Union Minister of Information and convinced him that Yuva Vani channel should be revived. Jammu youth will be very happy to know that the service has been restored and they can make their input in more effective manner through this channel. There is need of improving the programmes of this channel especially in bringing awareness to the youth of their role in building cultural profile of the nation. In particular we would like that the youth of rural areas derive maximum benefit from the channel.
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