68H radio gets Aceh award

JAKARTA: The Aceh Art Council has given a Tsunami Award to 68H Radio News Agency for its contribution in radio repair efforts and news provision in the aftermath of the tsunami disaster in Aceh.

To date, the radio news agency has helped rebuild five radio stations in Aceh, which allowed the stations to broadcast post- tsunami stories and entertainment programs in Aceh. The agency has also developed its own news program called "Aceh News", aired over its 15 radio networks throughout Aceh.

The award, which was given out on Saturday night, was one of 31 awards presented by the Aceh Art Council to groups and individuals that contributed to Aceh in the aftermath of the disaster. In addition to the media, the awards were also given to volunteers and individuals. 68H Radio News Agency won the only category for radio, according to a release available to the media on Sunday. -- JP