DD Kisan Channel Launch Date

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DD Kisan is an Indian agriculture television channel launched on:

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DD Kisan is an Indian agriculture television channel launched on:

  1. 26 May 2015 ✓ Correct
  2. 15 August 2014
  3. 15 August 2000
  4. 26 May 2014
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Correct Answer: 26 May 2015

DD Kisan is an Indian agriculture 24-hour television channel, owned and operated by Doordarshan (a public service broadcaster). It was launched on 26 May 2015.

Key Media Milestones in Indian Agricultural Extension
  • Krishi Darshan (Doordarshan's first agricultural programme): Launched on 26 January 1967 — to disseminate agricultural information to farmers.
  • Vividh Bharati radio channel: Launched on 2 October 1957.
  • Prasar Bharti (autonomous broadcasting corporation): Launched on 23 November 1997.
  • Mann Ki Baat (PM Modi's radio programme, All India Radio): Started on 3 October 2014.
  • DD Kisan (24-hour agriculture channel): Launched on 26 May 2015.
  • Kisan Call Centre toll-free number: 1800-180-1551.

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