Prof. Ashok Ogra honored with Lifetime Achievement Award by IIMC

Prof. Ashok Ogra has been conferred the coveted Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 by the reputed Indian Institute of Mass Communication ( deemed university), set up by the government of India in August, 1965 to impart trading in media and related aspects to young aspirants from India and other developing countries. He is an alumnus of this premier institute.

Prof. Ogra is a noted management and media professional and educator with over 45 years of experience across print, radio, television, and media education -and an alumnus of IIMC who studied English journalism (1976-77).

His career is a testament to his transformative impact on the media and education industry.

In accepting the award, Prof. Ogra remarked, “One has received many awards and honours from several institutes and bodies but to be recognized by one’s own Alma Mater is truly a humbling experience.”

He dedicated this honor to the mentors, peers, friends, and family members whose unwavering support and inspiration have been integral to his journey, as well as to those who continue reporting fearlessly, courageously, critically, and honestly.

His long career began with The Tribune in 1977, followed by a pivotal role at Doordarshan as Producer (News & Current Affairs), where he ascended to become Director in his thirties, and later served as Controller of Commercial Service (1993–95).

After resigning from government service in late 1995, he took on the role of Vice President to launch the Discovery Channel and Animal Planet in South Asia, leading both channels to become the most admired media brands in the region.

Later, Prof. Ogra served as Director of the Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication from 2003 until 2018, during which time he transformed it into one of the country’s most preferred institutes for postgraduate media studies; he currently continues his contribution as an Advisor (MC) with the reputed Apeejay Education, New Delhi.

He has also taught at the Film & TV Institute, Pune during 1982-85.

He has also served as a Jury Member of various film festivals including the prestigious Indian National Film Awards and also serves as Chairman of the Commonwealth of Learning Video Competition.

He serves on various government committees, and is closely associated with several central and state universities, and is a regular invitee as a speaker at various national and international conferences.

An avid reader across disciplines and a passionate writer, he has consistently valued the power of the written word.

His regular commentaries and book reviews offer incisive analysis, reflecting his deep-seated commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual enquiry and exploration.