Prasoon Joshi Named Chairman of Prasar Bharati in Media Leadership Shift

The Government of India has appointed Mr. Prasoon Joshi as the new Chairman of the Prasar Bharati. This appointment was announced on 2nd May, 2026 and it can be seen as step towards creativity and innovation into the India’s public broadcasting system. He has the strong background in literature, advertising and cinema and his leadership is expected to bring the fresh energy in the digital age.

New Prasar Bharati Chairman Prasoon Joshi

The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has sconfirmed the appointment of Prasoon Joshi.

And highlighted his diverse creative expertise and deep cultural understanding.

He will play important role to guide the Prasar Bharati through a transformative phase where the traditional broadcasting meets digital expansion.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has also praised Joshi as a ‘rare creative spirit’ and expressed confidence that his vision will bring renewed purpose and a fresh creative voice to the organization.

Journey of Prasoon Joshi

Prasoon Joshi is widely recognized as India’s one of the most influential creative minds with the contributions spanning various domains.

Key Highlights of His Career

• He was the former Chairperson of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) since the year 2017.
• The former CEO of McCann World Group India and Chairman of Asia Pacific division.
• Also the Trustee at Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts.
• The renowned lyricist known for impactful songs and storytelling.

His work showcases the strong connection with Indian culture, values and storytelling traditions will make him as a perfect choice for a public broadcasting role.

What is Prasar Bharati?

It was established under the Prasar Bharati Act, 1990 and it is operational since 1997. It is India’s statutory autonomous public service broadcaster.

Key Divisions of Prasar Bharti

All India Radio – Which is India’s one of the largest radio networks worldwide and reaching millions in multiple languages.

The Doordarshan – It offers news, entertainment, education and cultural programming across the India.

Prasar Bharati has also launched the Waves OTT platform and reflects its push toward free to air digital broadcasting services.