Radio SALABHAVAANI 24.9 by MAHATMA GANDHI UNIVERSITY FOR 3rd AGE KERALA 

On January 11, 2025, my long-cherished dream came true. The *Vice-Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University, Dr. Aravindakumar, unveiled my vision at **Prakashanolghatan*, a moment that will remain etched in my heart forever.

My fascination with radio dates back to my childhood when I hosted programs at *Akashavani Thiruvananthapuram. During the **COVID-19 pandemic, my passion found an outlet through **Facebook Radio Kerala FM*. Today, Salabhavaani 24.9 is the culmination of that journey—a station built on a unique concept, dedicated to the University for the 3rd Age (U3A).

Having worked closely with U3A for the past year, I have witnessed how senior citizens now have the time and freedom to pursue their passions. *Salabhavaani  24.9* is not just a radio station; it is a movement, a platform for lifelong learning, and a voice for the elderly.

JAYALEKSHMI KRISHNAN