The Centre for Media and Mass Communication Studies at Jamia Hamdard has launched a new series, “Media Matters,” which aims to create a platform for critical examination and dialogue on the media industry and its impact on society and democracy on January 28.
The initiative was conceptualised by Professor Farhat Basir Khan, who dedicated it to Late Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the Founder-Chancellor of Jamia Hamdard. “This initiative will provide a space for examination and dialogue on the media industry and its impact on society and democracy. It is important not only for students and professionals in the field of mass communication and journalism but for everyone interested in understanding the role of the media in our society. The series will look at how the media industry has changed and grown over time, including its many parts, such as journalism, advertising, broadcasting, film, and radio,” said Professor Farhat Basir Khan after the inaugural event.
On this occasion, the Vice-Chancellor of Jamia Hamdard Professor (Dr.) M. Afshar Alam said, “This Media Matters Series will provide a platform for critical examination of the media’s role in democracy and the potential for media literacy to empower citizens to engage with media in a more informed and discerning way. Additionally, it will help to promote transparency and ethical standards within the media industry, ultimately strengthening the democratic process and promoting a more informed and engaged citizenry.”
Earlier, Professor Sanjay Dwivedi, Director General of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, in his keynote address, emphasised the transition from traditional media to digital media and the importance of vernacular languages in digital media. He said India should take a bigger slice of the pie in the world media and that this series gives people a chance to talk with thought leaders and experts in journalism and mass communication. It is open to all and promises to be a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the media’s role in shaping our world.
Professor Reshma Nasreen, Director of the Centre, said, “This initiative is a reflection of the values and commitment of Jamia Hamdard to promoting social responsibility and civic engagement.”
According to the curator of the series, “The initiative will be an important step towards the university’s goal of creating a more informed and involved citizenry and promoting transparency and ethical standards in the media industry.”