In rural India, community radio leads fight against virus

Hyperlocal stations reach millions in poor and marginalized groups

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An anchor at work at Radio Namaskar, in the eastern Indian coastal state of Odisha. The station, located in Konark, plays a crucial role in keeping villagers informed about the coronavirus and other matters, as most do not watch TV. (Courtesy of Radio Namaskar) 

NEETA LAL, Contributing writer

NEW DELHI -- "I'd have been dead by now if I hadn't learnt about coronavirus symptoms from Radio Henvalvani," says Ram Lakhi, 30, a farmer from the Tehri district of northern India's hilly Uttarakhand State.

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