World Radio Day

World Radio Day 13th February 

World Radio Day is an annual event celebrated on February 13th to recognize the power of radio as a medium for information, education, and entertainment. The day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011 and is celebrated by radio stations, broadcasters,and listeners around the world. The theme for World Radio Day 2021 is "New World, New Radio." The theme is designed to inspire radio stations to embrace new technologies and new ways of thinking to stay relevant and reach new audiences.

Background :

World Radio Day was first proposed by the Director-General of UNESCO, Irina Bokova, in 2011. The proposal was based on the belief that radio is a powerful medium for sharing information, fostering education and promoting cultural diversityThe proposal was unanimously adopted by the United Nations General Assembly, which declared February 13th as World Radio Day. The date was chosen to commemorate the establishment of the United Nations Radio in 1946.

The first World Radio Day was celebrated on February 13,2012, with events and activities organized by UNESCO and its partners in more than 150 countries. Since then, World Radio Day has been celebrated annually and has become a global platform for radio stations, broadcasters, and listeners to celebrate the power of radioand its role in shaping the media landscape.

The theme of the World Radio Day changes every year and it is intended to help radio stations and broadcasters to reflect on the role of radio in today's society and to think about how to adapt and innovate in order to stay relevant and reach new audiences.

History : 

The history of radio dates back to the late 19th century, when scientists and inventors first began experimenting with wireless communication. In 1895, Italian physicist and inventor Guglielmo Marconi successfully transmitted the first wireless signal over a distance of 1.5 miles (2.4 km). This markedthe beginning of the radio age and the start of a new era of communication.

In the early 20th century, radio technology rapidly advanced and commercial radio broadcasts began to take off. In 1920, the first commercial radio station, KDKA, began broadcasting in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This was soon followed by the establishment of other radiostations across the United States and around the world.

In the 1920s and 1930s, radio became a popular form of entertainment and a powerful tool for communication. Radio dramas, comedies, and music programs were broadcast across the country and around the world, and radio news reports kept people informed about current events.

During World War II, radioplayed a crucial role in keeping people informed and connected. Radio broadcasts were used to deliver important news and information to soldiers, sailors and airmen, as well as to the general public.

After the war, television emergedas a new form of entertainment, but radio continued to evolve and adapt. In the 1950s and 1960s, the popularity of rock and roll music led to the emergence of new radio formats, such as Top 40 and rock and roll radio. In the 1970s, FM radio began to gain popularity, and in the 1980s, satellite and internet radio emerged as new forms of radio broadcasting.Today, radio continues to be an important medium for communication and entertainment. With the advent of new technologies, such as streaming and podcasts, radio has evolved to meet the needs of a new generation of listeners, while staying true to its roots as a powerful medium for information, education, and entertainment