India has been re-elected as the Chair of the AIBD GC for the third consecutive term to lead the Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD) General Conference (GC), a prestigious international organization.

In an unprecedented development, India has already completed two terms as the President of the Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD) General Conference (GC) from 2018-2021 and 2021-2023.

AIBD General Conference organized:

The meeting was successfully held on 02-04 October, 2023 in Port Louis, Mauritius.
The 21st General Conference of the Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD) and Associated Meetings 2023 (GC 2023) was chaired by AIBD President Gaurav Dwivedi (CEO Prasar Bharati).
The two-day conference aims to create a vibrant and cohesive electronic media environment in the Asia-Pacific region through policy and resource development.

Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD):

AIBD is a specialized regional inter-governmental organization established in 1977 under the auspices of UNESCO.
The organization currently has 92 member organizations from 44 countries, including 26 government members (countries), represented by 48 broadcasting authorities and broadcasters, and 44 associates (organizations).
They represent 28 countries and territories from Asia, the Pacific, Europe, Africa, the Arab States and North America.

India is one of the founding members of AIBD.

Prasar Bharati, India's public service broadcaster, is a representative body of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Government of India in the AIBD.

Significance of India's joining AIBD:

Holding such a prestigious position in an international broadcasting institution like AIBD reflects the strong confidence the international media has in India and Prasar Bharati. It also lays a strong foundation for India to strategically achieve future achievements in the field of broadcasting.