Autonomy of Prasar Bharti should be maintained: Prakash Javadekar

Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar today said, the autonomy of Prasar Bharti is important and should be maintained. 

After flagging-off the newly-acquired 17 Digital Satellite News Gathering (DSNG) Vans of DD News in New Delhi, Mr Javadekar said, Prasar Bharti should look for new avenues in the era of digital expansion. He said,



Doordarshan's credibility has been increased in the last five years.

Information and Broadcasting Secretary Amit Khare said, due to authentic news, Doordarshan and All India Radio are way ahead of other channels. Prasar Bharti Chairman A Surya Prakash and CEO Shashi Sekhar Vempati were also present on the occasion.