The Centre is planning the next phase of expansion of FM radio broadcasting to ensure smaller cities have their own FM radio channels. This was stated by the Information and Broadcasting ministry's Secretary Ajay Mittal in Kolkata today. <br/><br/>He said the next phase of extension of FM radio broadcast is on the cards and cities having population of one lakh and above will soon have FM radio channels.<br/><br/>Mr. Mittal said under the ongoing efforts of promoting community radio stations, the ministry is helping to set up such stations within a limited area for dissemination of information, which plays a vital role during calamities, agricultural support and entertainment.<br/>