Akashvani's Kumbhvani news bulletins go live on Mahakumbh public address system
Akashvani's Kumbhvani news bulletins began airing on the public address system in Mahakumbh Nagar, Prayagraj, on 18 January 2025, with the first bulletin at 8:30 am.
Summary
Akashvani's Kumbhvani News Bulletins began airing live on the public address system in Mahakumbh Nagar, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on 18 January 2025, with the first bulletin at 8:30 am. The 10-minute bulletins are broadcast three times a day, at 8:30 am, 2:30 pm and 8:30 pm, and can also be heard on 103.5 MHz in Prayagraj, the NewsonAIR app, the Waves OTT platform and Akashvani's YouTube channel. Prasar Bharati Chairman Navneet Kumar Sehgal said a dedicated team had been stationed in Prayagraj for Mahakumbh coverage. The Kumbhvani channel will broadcast until 26 February 2025.
Key facts
- Started on PA system
- 18 January 2025, first bulletin at 8:30 am
- Place
- Mahakumbh Nagar, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
- Schedule
- Three 10-minute bulletins daily: 8:30 am, 2:30 pm, 8:30 pm
- FM frequency
- 103.5 MHz (Prayagraj)
- Other platforms
- NewsonAIR app, Waves OTT, News on AIR Official YouTube
- Channel runs till
- 26 February 2025
Practice MCQs 2 questions
On which FM frequency can Akashvani's Kumbhvani news bulletins be heard in Prayagraj during Mahakumbh 2025?
Show answer
Correct answer: D — 103.5 MHz
PIB (MIB): devotees can tune in to Kumbhvani news bulletins on 103.5 MHz in Prayagraj.
How often are the Kumbhvani news bulletins broadcast on the public address system in Mahakumbh Nagar?
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Correct answer: B — Three times a day, 10 minutes each
PIB: the 10-minute bulletins are broadcast three times a day, at 8:30 am, 2:30 pm and 8:30 pm.