February 13 is dedicated to an all-important medium of communication that existed even before computers and television came into prominence. World Radio Day is celebrated each year on this day across the world.
UNESCO decided during its 36th conference On November 3, 2011, that a day will be dedicated to the humble radio and its importance in the world of modernization.
Our older family member knows the importance of radio the most. From songs to sports commentary to the weather forecast, radio had its own unique charm during the old days.
With the invention of technologies, people can now easily access songs and listen to their favourite podcasts on the internet.
With this in mind, World Radio Day holds a lot of importance, if not more than what it did earlier.
Here is the history, theme, and significance of the important day.
History
February 13 was chosen as the day to celebrate the medium because, on this day, the United Nations radio was established back in 1946. The UN General Assembly officially endorses UNESCO’s proposal to make this day ‘World Radio Day on January 14, 2013.
World Radio Day 2021 Theme
This year, the day’s theme is ‘New World, New Radio.’ This was decided to keep in mind the services the medium provided during COVID-19. The theme is divided into three sub-parts.
- Evolution: The world changes, radio evolves.
- Innovation: The world changes, radio adapts and innovates.
- Connection: The world changes, radio connects.
Significance
The significance of the day is by understanding how dynamic and versatile the medium is. At a time, when the internet holds more precedence over the radio, it becomes all the more important to understand why and how its reach across all platforms has a global impact.
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