In which year did radio broadcasting start in India?

Radio broadcasting in India commenced in the year 1923 AD, marking a significant milestone in the country’s communication history. The establishment of the first radio station, known as the Indian Broadcasting Company, occurred in Bombay (now Mumbai). Initially, radio broadcasting was limited to experimental transmissions, primarily for entertainment and information dissemination purposes. However, with the formation of the Indian State Broadcasting Service in 1930 AD, radio broadcasting expanded further, reaching a wider audience across different regions of India. By 1936 AD, radio broadcasting had gained considerable popularity, leading to the establishment of additional broadcasting stations in major cities. This early phase laid the foundation for the development of All India Radio (AIR), the national public radio broadcaster of India, which was officially launched in 1936 AD. Since then, radio broadcasting has played a crucial role in shaping India’s cultural, social, and political landscape.