Itanagar, Feb. 13 -- Prof Padma Raj Gajurel of the Department of Forestry, North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST), Nirjuli, on Thursday emphasized that in a geographically diverse state like Arunachal Pradesh, radio can play a pivotal role in educating and engaging communities, especially in remote areas.

Speaking at a function organized at the Akashvani Itanagar station premises here to celebrate World Radio Day, he Emphasised the urgent need to raise awareness about climate change.

The theme for this year's World Radio Day, "Radio and Climate Change", underscored the crucial role of radio in spreading awareness about climate-related issues.

Dr Gajurel, the Dean (Students Affairs) at NERIST, proposed a poten...