Government plans to auction FM radio stations

The government is planning to auction FM radio stations, launch OTT apps, and host trials of direct-to-mobile television broadcasting this year in order to expand its reach.
According to the Information and Broadcasting Secretary Apurva Chandra, people can now receive television signals directly on our mobile devices. A technology like this has the potential to extend television’s reach.
In order to increase Prasar Bharati’s coverage, notably in Left-wing extremist areas, borders, and key areas, the government has allotted Rs 2,500 crore over a four-year period for the Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development (BIND) Plan. The programme concentrates on developing the Prasar Bharati infrastructure, including All-India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan, and intends to increase public sector broadcasting across the nation (DD).
To demonstrate how television signals can be directly broadcast to mobile phones, IIT-Kanpur and Sankhya Labs have installed transmitters along Kartavya Path and adjacent areas, according to the reports.