New Delhi : Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, visited the Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata, and reviewed the progress and functioning of the Institute, which has recently been granted the status of a deemed-to-be university.
Appreciating the strides made by SRFTI, Shri Jaju emphasised the importance of integrating cutting-edge creative technologies such as AVGC-XR into academic programmes. He encouraged collaborations with premier institutions like Indian Institute of Creative Technology, and other centres of excellence to enrich the curriculum and open new creative avenues.
The Secretary underlined the need for strong global linkages with reputed international universities to provide students and faculty with world-class exposure, research opportunities, and skills that would make them “market-ready” for the fast-evolving film, media and entertainment industry.
Highlighting the significance of SRFTI’s new academic status, Shri Jaju called for the creation of world-class physical infrastructure and human resources. He noted that modern facilities, state-of-the-art studios, and strengthened faculty resources will be critical to realising the vision of SRFTI as a premier national university of creative excellence.
The Secretary also placed special focus on incubation and placements, encouraging partnerships with IICT, IITs, IIMs, NFDC, OTT platforms, and industry stakeholders to create a vibrant ecosystem where innovative ideas can be nurtured into real-world solutions.
Concluding his visit, Shri Jaju reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to supporting SRFTI in its journey towards academic excellence and global leadership in Film education.