Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed the challenge of fake news and misinformation at the 57th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) in New Delhi. He urged journalism graduates to champion truth and become catalysts for positive societal change. Radhakrishnan stressed the pivotal role of journalism and mass communication in India’s progress towards Viksit Bharat, emphasizing the influence of opinion makers in shaping a truthful narrative for the nation.
Highlighting the potency of ethical journalism, the Vice President encouraged aspiring journalists to prioritize integrity over ratings and shortcuts. He underscored the enduring values of accuracy, fairness, and accountability in journalism, asserting their non-negotiable significance amidst evolving technologies and platforms. Radhakrishnan invoked the graduates to uphold truth steadfastly, expressing confidence in their ability to contribute significantly to an informed and resilient Viksit Bharat.
Emphasizing the legacy of socially conscious journalism, Radhakrishnan cited veteran journalist A.N. Sivaraman as an exemplar. He emphasized the role of journalism in nurturing and molding leaders through socially aware and informative reporting. The Vice President inaugurated the new academic block and hostel of IIMC, New Delhi, foreseeing enhanced digital labs, AI-driven learning, data journalism, and modern studios to foster innovation among students.
At the convocation, students from various programs, including Journalism (English, Hindi, Radio and TV, Digital Media, Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam) and Advertising and Public Relations, who passed their 2024-25 examinations, will receive diplomas. Additionally, 35 medals, 23 with cash prizes, will be awarded to course toppers from all six campuses.
