CBFC Chairperson: Shashi Shekhar Vempati Appointed for Three Years
Why in the news
The Union Government picked Shashi Shekhar Vempati to head the Central Board of Film Certification, the body that certifies films for public viewing.
Key facts
- Appointee: Shashi Shekhar Vempati.
- Post: Chairperson, Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
- Tenure: three years.
- Earlier role: CEO of Prasar Bharati, where he contributed substantially to digital transformation in public broadcasting.
Appointment profile
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name | Shashi Shekhar Vempati |
| New office | CBFC Chairperson |
| Term | Three years |
| Previous post | CEO, Prasar Bharati |
Exam angle
- Who heads CBFC now: Shashi Shekhar Vempati.
- Previous post to link with him: Prasar Bharati CEO.
- Tenure to remember: three years.