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PIB Strengthens Government-Media Relations Under New Leadership

With Shri Dhirendra Ojha at the helm as Director General, the Press Information Bureau has embarked on a comprehensive programme to strengthen government-media relations, embracing digital tools while preserving institutional integrity.

Appointment

Dhirendra Ojha Takes Charge as Director General, PIB

Shri Dhirendra Ojha, a distinguished Indian Information Service officer, assumed charge as Director General of the Press Information Bureau with additional charge of Principal Director General.

Digital Initiative

PIB Launches Enhanced Digital Communication Platform

A new integrated digital communication platform has been launched to streamline press release distribution, social media management, and real-time media monitoring across all PIB offices.

Outreach

National Media Workshop Series Kicks Off

A series of media workshops inaugurated across PIB regional offices, focusing on digital journalism skills, fact-checking methodologies, and modern government communication techniques.

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Fact Check

PIB Fact Check Unit Expands Operations

The PIB Fact Check Unit has expanded its operational capacity with additional teams working around the clock to identify and counter misinformation related to government policies. The unit now covers content in over 12 Indian languages.

Regional

Regional PIB Offices Receive Infrastructure Upgrade

Multiple regional PIB offices across the country have received significant infrastructure upgrades including modern press briefing facilities, enhanced connectivity, and multimedia production capabilities.

Collaboration

PIB Partners with Media Organizations for Training

New collaborative programmes established between PIB and leading media organizations to enhance journalist training, promote media literacy, and strengthen the ecosystem of government-media engagement.

Technology

AI-Driven Media Monitoring System Pilot Launched

PIB has initiated a pilot programme for an AI-driven media monitoring system that provides real-time analysis of government-related media coverage across print, broadcast, and digital platforms nationwide.

Multilingual

PIB Expands Vernacular Content Production

Significant expansion of PIB's vernacular content production capabilities, with new dedicated teams for major regional languages ensuring government communication reaches citizens in their native languages.

International

PIB Coordinates Media Coverage for International Summit

Under DG Ojha's leadership, PIB successfully coordinated comprehensive media coverage for a major international summit hosted by India, managing press facilities for hundreds of domestic and international journalists.