Pune, 13 August 2024
Shri Dhiraj Singh, an Indian Information Service (IIS) Officer of the 1995 batch, has taken charge as Director, Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune.
Shri Singh holds an MA and M Phil in International Relations, having studied at Allahabad University, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), and the University of California, Berkeley.
In his illustrious career spanning over 28 years he has worked extensively in the field of media, communication and public policy. During his tenure at the Press Information Bureau (PIB), he handled media and communication for the Prime Minister’s Office, the President’s Secretariat and several key ministries including Health and Commerce. Shri Singh has been involved with notable initiatives such as the Swachh Bharat Mission and has also worked with the Publication Division.
An accomplished author, his book, Modern Masters of Cinema, is an anthology that highlights influential figures in cinema.
About FTII
Established in 1960 and initially known as the ‘Film Institute of India’, the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) is a premier institution dedicated to film and television education.
FTII operates as an Autonomous Society under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, governed by a Council and led by its Director. Recognized globally for its excellence in audiovisual media, FTII is one of India’s top film institutes. Its alumni are celebrated worldwide, working in cities like Los Angeles, Paris, London, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata. They have earned prestigious awards, including National Film Awards, Oscars, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, and Padma Awards.
From its inception with five courses, FTII now offers eleven full-time courses across various film and television disciplines, along with numerous short-term courses. These programs are conducted both on-campus in Pune and at various off-campus centers throughout India.
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