| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | India elected Chairman of AIBD Executive Board |
| Date of Event | 19-21 August 2025 |
| Venue | Phuket, Thailand |
| Chairperson | Shri Gaurav Dwivedi (India) |
| Theme of Conference | "Media for People, Peace & Prosperity" |
| Votes Received | Highest number of votes |
| Previous Leadership | India last served as AIBD Executive Council Chairman in 2016 |
| Current Role | India is also President of the AIBD General Conference until August 2025 |
| About AIBD | Founded in 1977 under UNESCO auspices |
| Membership | 92 organizations from 45 countries, including 26 Government Members and 44 Affiliate Members |
| India's Representation | Prasar Bharati on behalf of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting |
| Significance | Strengthens India's leadership in global media development and cooperation |
| Partnership Duration | Reinforces five decades of partnership with AIBD |
