Radio Bechar is a regional public radio station broadcasting from Béchar, Algeria, and is part of the state-owned Radio Algérienne network. Established on April 20, 1991, it is the first local radio station founded in independent Algeria. The station plays a vital role in serving the local population by providing news, cultural programming, and entertainment tailored to the region's unique social and cultural landscape. It broadcasts primarily in Arabic, with potential inclusion of local dialects and occasional French programming.