Government Schemes and Policy · 27 July 2026

20% Local Content Rule for Private FM Radio

Exam-focused facts from the 27 July 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting mandates that private FM radio broadcasters ensure at least 20% of daily broadcast content is in the local language of the city.
  • A total of 386 private FM radio channels are currently operational in India.
  • The government conducted e-auctions for 730 FM channels across 234 new cities on July 9-10, 2025, under the Private FM Radio Phase-III policy.
  • The Phase-III policy allows broadcasters to access Prasar Bharati towers and sites for faster rollout.
  • 18 successful bidders, including 9 new entrants, emerged from the e-auction.

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