Shashi Shekhar Vempati Appointed New Chairman of India's CBFC
Centre Names Former Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi Shekhar Vempati As CBFC Chairman
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The Indian government has appointed Shashi Shekhar Vempati, former CEO of Prasar Bharati, as the new chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). He succeeds Prasoon Joshi, who held the position for over eight years. The CBFC is responsible for certifying films for public exhibition in India.
- 01Shashi Shekhar Vempati has been appointed as the new chairman of the CBFC.
- 02He replaces Prasoon Joshi, who served as chairman for over eight years.
- 03Vempati is an alumnus of IIT Bombay and co-founder of AI4India Org.
- 04The CBFC is under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
- 05The board certifies films for public exhibition in India.
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The Indian government has appointed Shashi Shekhar Vempati as the new chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), taking over from Prasoon Joshi, who led the board for over eight years. Vempati, an alumnus of IIT Bombay, is recognized for his contributions in media and technology and is also a co-founder of AI4India Org, which promotes access to artificial intelligence tools in India. The CBFC, functioning under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is tasked with certifying films for public exhibition in accordance with The Cinematograph Act, 1952 and related guidelines. The board operates from its headquarters in Mumbai and has nine regional offices across major cities, ensuring that films receive the necessary certification before public release.
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Vempati's appointment could influence the film certification process in India, impacting filmmakers and audiences alike.
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