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Prakash Magdum Appointed as Managing Director of National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).

Appointment | Dated: 09 May 2025

In May 2025, Prakash Magdum, a 1999-batch officer of the Indian Information Service (IIS), officially took charge as the Managing Director (MD) of the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MoI&B), Government of India (GoI).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, NFDC works towards promoting excellence in Indian cinema. Prakash Magdum succeeded Prithul Kumar, who previously held the post of MD.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) Before this appointment, Prakash Magdum served as the Additional Director General (ADG) at the Press Information Bureau (PIB) and the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He brings extensive experience in the field of media and film communication.
  • (ii) He previously served as the Director of the National Film Archive of India (NFAI), located in Pune, Maharashtra. During his tenure at NFAI, he led the National Film Heritage Mission, a major initiative aimed at preserving India's cinematic legacy.
  • (iii) In addition to his contributions at NFAI, Prakash Magdum also worked as the Registrar of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, further strengthening his involvement in India’s film education and archival sectors.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, who has been appointed as the Managing Director of the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC)?

Correct Answer: Prakash Magdum

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