The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting appointed Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati on 2 May 2026.
Prasoon Joshi is a renowned lyricist, writer, and communication expert with extensive experience in advertising, cinema, and public messaging.
📌 Key Highlights
- Previously served as Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) since 2017
- Held leadership roles such as CEO of McCann World Group India and Chairman of McCann Asia Pacific
- Trustee at Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed confidence that Joshi’s leadership will bring innovation and creative direction to public broadcasting.
🏛️ About Prasar Bharati
- Established under the Prasar Bharati Act, 1990 (operational since 1997)
- India’s autonomous public broadcaster
- Oversees All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan (DD)
