The history of radio in Indonesia spans from the Dutch colonial era through the Japanese occupation, eventually becoming a medium for national unity following independence.
The following is a summary of key milestones in the history of radio in Indonesia:
• Bataviasche Radio Vereeniging (BRV) (June 16, 1925): The first radio broadcasting station in the Dutch East Indies, established in Batavia (Jakarta) and broadcasting in Dutch.
• Radio Malabar (1917): Established in Bandung Regency, West Java, this wireless telegraphy station pioneered long-distance communication between Indonesia and the Netherlands and was one of the largest transmitters of its time.
• Solosche Radio Vereeniging (SRV) (April 1, 1933): Founded by KGPAA Sri Mangkoenegoro VII and Ir. Sarsito Mangunkusumo in the city of So