Governor Inaugurates RGU’s Digital Media Centre

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ITANAGAR, Aug 20: 

Governor of Arunachal Pradesh Lt Gen KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd.), inaugurated the state-of-the-art Broadcast & Digital Media Resource Centre at Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) on August 20, 2026.

Speaking during the first live telecast from the facility, the Governor described the inauguration as another significant milestone in RGU’s journey in media education and public communication.

Recalling the inauguration of the University’s Community Radio Station, Radio Rono 91.2 FM, on August 11, 2023, he said the two facilities reflect RGU’s steady progress and have the potential to make a far-reaching impact on higher education, public awareness and the development of Arunachal Pradesh.

The Governor said the Broadcast & Digital Media Resource Centre is more than a physical facility, describing it as a centre for learning, creativity, communication and public service.

He said the centre will provide students with practical skills in broadcasting, production, editing, anchoring and visual storytelling while promoting informed dialogue, educational programming and cultural preservation.

Emphasizing the influence of television and digital media, Lt Gen Parnaik urged media practitioners to use these platforms responsibly to promote transparency, civic awareness and positive social change.

He suggested that the studio could produce well-researched programmes on issues such as drug abuse, corruption, environmental protection, public health and social justice to help build a more informed and responsible society.

Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day call to strengthen the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and empower women through the Lakhpati Didi initiative, the Governor urged RGU to use the centre as an instrument of positive social transformation.

He encouraged the University to create impactful content and awareness campaigns against drug abuse, particularly among young people, while highlighting the achievements of women entrepreneurs and Self-Help Groups.

The Governor also called for local role models, innovative livelihood initiatives and community-driven development efforts to be showcased through the centre to inspire young people and encourage greater participation of women in economic activities.

“Media, when used responsibly, has the power not only to inform but also to motivate behavioural change and contribute meaningfully to nation-building,” he said.

Assistant Professor of Mass Communication Shri Moji Riba said the Broadcast & Digital Media Resource Centre, established under the Department of Mass Communication, is a modern audio-visual production and training facility designed to strengthen experiential learning, digital content creation, institutional communication and professional media education.

He said the facility will give Mass Communication students hands-on exposure to the complete media production workflow, including broadcast journalism, news production, anchoring, camera operation, studio lighting, audio production and video switching.

Students will also receive practical training in programme direction, floor management, podcasting, editing, colour grading, sound design, documentary production and virtual production.

As part of the inaugural programme, the Governor participated in a plantation activity titled ‘Ek Pher Maa Ki Naam’, symbolizing the enduring bond between a mother and her child and the collective responsibility to protect nature.

He expressed confidence that the initiative would promote environmental responsibility and leave a lasting green legacy for future generations.

RGU Vice Chancellor Prof. Shivaraj, Registrar Dr N.T. Rikam, Dean of the Faculty of Communication Studies Prof. Uttam Kr Pegu and Head of the Department of Mass Communication Prof. KH Kabi were present on the occasion.

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