Kolkata: A two-week media internship programme was conducted SRFTI and Spears Corps, a major operational formation of the Indian Army, based in the Northeast. The programme trained young minds in audio-visual content production, digital storytelling and responsible communication, opening new avenues for their participation in India’s creative economy. Students studying mass communication and journalism at St Joseph University, Patkai Christian College and Tetso College participated. The training aimed to equip local youth to document grassroots realities counter misinformation, and highlight development stories to support Viksit Bharat. SRFTI VC Santosh Ajmera said audio-visual storytelling served as a powerful instrument for livelihood and nation-building. He emphasized the importance of strengthening authentic information flows and media literacy in vital regions. Ajmera reiterated that SRFTI is committed to taking its expertise in film, television and media education beyond the traditional classroom and encouraged other institutions, Government organisations and stakeholders to institute similar skill-development programmes for young people. He also expressed SRFTI’s willingness to serve as a technical partner by extending its expertise in audio-visual production, digital storytelling and media training to support such initiatives and strengthen India’s creative ecosystem.
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