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Gyan Darshan: Providing Educational Programming to Masses

Gyan Darshan is India's first dedicated educational television channel launched in 2000. It was a joint initiative of MHRD, I&B Ministry, Prasar Bharati and IGNOU. IGNOU serves as the nodal agency for Gyan Darshan.

Gyan Darshan aims to provide educational programming to the masses, catering to learners of all ages. It telecasts subjects ranging from pre-school to higher secondary and tertiary level courses. The schedule includes courses on history, geography, science, mathematics, languages, environment, art, culture etc.

The programming is sourced from various educational institutions and development organizations. Gyan Darshan telecasts 2 hours of live interactive sessions daily for IGNOU students. Students can interact directly with teachers, clear doubts and get administrative help.

Gyan Darshan is also available as a webcast on the IGNOU website. This extends its reach worldwide. Students of formal education systems can also benefit from Gyan Darshan's programming.

Being a must-carry channel, Gyan Darshan is available on most DTH and cable networks. It has now become part of the Swayam Prabha initiative under which 20 educational channels are being telecast.

Programming and Reach:

•Gyan Darshan telecasts programs for learners of all ages- from preschool to tertiary level. Courses on languages, history, science, arts etc are part of the schedule.

•Educational institutes and development organizations across India contribute educational software.

•The channel conducts 2 hours of live interactive sessions daily for IGNOU students to clarify doubts and address administrative issues.

•Gyan Darshan enjoys a pan-India reach, being available on most DTH and cable networks as a must-carry channel.

•The channel's webcast extends its global reach, enabling learners worldwide to access its programs.

•Gyan Darshan is now part of MHRD Channel no.25 under the Swayam Prabha initiative, which telecasts 20 educational channels 24x7.

In summary, as India's first dedicated educational TV channel, Gyan Darshan plays a vital role in the IGNOU's vision of taking education to the masses. Its pan-India reach and global webcast offer diverse learners access to high quality educational programming catering to learners of all ages.

 

Gyan Darshan: A 24x7 Educational Channel Reaching Millions

Gyan Darshan, jointly launched by IGNOU, MHRD, Ministry of I&B and Prasar Bharati in 2000, is India's first dedicated educational TV channel. Broadcasting 24/7, Gyan Darshan aims to provide quality educational programmes to learners of all ages and backgrounds.

Content from Various Sources
The channel broadcasts educational software sourced from institutions, organizations and universities across the country. The content covers a wide range of subjects for pre-school, primary, secondary, higher secondary and college students as well as programmes for working professionals and homemakers.

Live Interactive Sessions
Gyan Darshan conducts two hours of live interactive sessions everyday. Teachers and IGNOU officials interact with students to address their academic and administrative queries. IGNOU's induction and convocation programmes are also conducted live on the channel.

Webcast Makes it Accessible Anytime, Anywhere
Gyan Darshan's webcast enables learners around the world to access the educational content anytime. The channel's programmes also support students of India's formal education system. IGNOU's website provides access to the Gyan Darshan webcast.

Wide Reach through DTH and Cable
As a 'must-carry' channel, Gyan Darshan is available on many private DTH and cable operators' bouquets. The channel is also now part of MHRD Channel 25 under the Swayam Prabha initiative.

In its two decades of broadcasting, Gyan Darshan has emerged as a valuable resource for learners and educators. The channel's 24x7 educational programming seeks to promote lifelong learning by making quality education accessible to anyone, anytime and anywhere. Going forward, Gyan Darshan aims to further expand its content library and reach to fulfill its mandate of democratizing education through the medium of television.