Faridabad/Alive News: The Department of Communication and Media Technology at J.C. Bose University organized a programme on the theme ‘Media in the GENZ Era: Opportunities and Challenges’ on the occasion of National Press Day. The event included speeches, a poster making competition, and a detailed discussion on journalism, featuring renowned journalists, including Amitabh Agnihotri, Consulting Editor and Senior Journalist at TV9 Bharatvarsh, and Anil Pandey, Director of India for Children. The winning participants were awarded with trophies at the event.
CMT HOD, Prof. Pawan Singh, welcomed the acclaimed journalists Amitabh Agnihotri and Anil Pandey by presenting them with saplings, books, and mementos. In his welcome address, he informed the media students about the long experience of both journalists, inspiring them. While extending his best wishes for National Press Day, he highlighted the history of the Indian press, its struggles, and the essential role of journalism in safeguarding democracy, stating that the press has always been the mirror and guardian of society. He motivated the students towards impartial, courageous, and responsible journalism.
The programme also hosted a poster making and speech competition on the theme: “Fight Against Misinformation and Deepfakes & Strengthening Fact-Checking is the Motto of 2025.” The panel of judges—Prof. Pawan Singh, Dr. Somveer, Dr. Aman Joshi, Dr. Manvi, Dr. Renuka Gupta, and Dr. Sonia Hooda appreciated the participants’ expression, understanding of the subject, and presentation while determining the results.
Amitabh Agnihotri, Consulting Editor and Senior Journalist at TV9 Bharatvarsh quoted, ‘You speak of what is written on paper, I speak of what is seen with the eyes.’ You can become popular by a video going viral, but not respected. Journalism is a profession of respect. True journalism is that which delivers justice to the common man and the victim. He explained what journalism is and why it is necessary. Cautioning GENZ, he stated that while technology has made content creation easy today, journalism is not just about creating content, but an art of struggle, patience, ground connection, and integrity. He mentioned that the path to surpassing AI will emerge only through originality. He cited the example of fake news spread during the JP movement to illustrate how a single incorrect piece of news can impact society and emotions.
Anil Pandey, Director of India for Children, stated in his address that there are infinite possibilities in the field of journalism and career in the digital age. Currently, ‘GENZ is emerging as a new challenge in the media sector, providing everything: name, fame, and money.’ He added that journalism is a profession of passion and dedication. The current generation, emerging as viral news creators and content creators, is a golden age generation.
At the end of the ceremony, Head of the Department, Prof. Pawan Singh, honoured senior journalist Amitabh Agnihotri and India for Children Director Anil Pandey by presenting them with mementos. The programme was conducted by Saurabh Shukla and Sahil Kaushik, who also delivered the vote of thanks. The event formally concluded with the National Anthem.
