Sona FM 107.8 Community Radio is a channel “of the people, for the people, by the people” in the Salem district that explores local culture, music, sports, language, personalities, news, and social issues. It has been the fulfillment of a decade-long journey of the Valliappa Foundation Trustees. Sona FM’s First on-air program was aired on November 22, 2022.
Mr. Chocko Valliappa, Managing Trustee of the Valliappa Foundation and Vice-Chairman of the Sona Group launched the initiative under the Valliappa Foundation for the communities in Salem. Following further listener feedback, the station increased its live and fresh broadcasting to 16 hours starting on August 15, 2024.
He congratulated the Sona FM team and radio listeners, encouraging them to enjoy the new programs, which are now broadcast non-stop from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.