How to get signal strength from all nearby base stations? - Windows Mobile Development and Hacking General

Hi, I'm developing an application for Windows Mobile. I got stuck in the problem that I tried to get all the CellIds and Signal Strength of all the nearby Base Stations of my PPC. I tried the RIL but just could get strongest signal strength of 1 base station (I believe). So my question is that : is there a way or method so that enables me to scan all the nearby base stations with their signal strength? I would appreciate much if someone can help.
Thank you.

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