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World Radio Day is celebrated on February 13 every year. For any old-age romantic, radios — like railways — hold a special place in the heart. This year marks one century and one decade of radio across the world.

As students of media, we were told that radio is the most effective way of delivering information.

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It was a free, democratic, and trusted source that we turned to in times of crisis or turning points in our history. Mark Tully and BBC World Service gave us the news when all else failed in the days of General Zia.

With the creation of Pakistan, one of the most memorable moments was the announcement, Yeh Radio Pakistan Hai, made at 12AM August 14, The announcer was Mustafa Ali Hamdani and a similar announcement in English was made by Zahoor Azar.

It made Pakistan a reality for millions. Both announcers became household names.

But at the time of Partition, there were only three radio stations in Pakistan — in Dacca, Lahore and Pe Untold stories of Pakistan's Independence — Google Arts & Culture GIXO