Shashi Shekhar Vempati appointed Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification
On 6 May 2026 the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting appointed Shashi Shekhar Vempati as Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for three years, after Prasoon Joshi stepped down on becoming Chairman of Prasar Bharati.
Summary
Shashi Shekhar Vempati was appointed Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) through a notification of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting dated 6 May 2026, for a term of three years from the date of joining. The post fell vacant after Prasoon Joshi stepped down as CBFC Chairperson on his elevation as Chairman of Prasar Bharati. The Ministry said Vempati brings extensive experience in media, broadcasting and public communication.
Key facts
- Appointee
- Shashi Shekhar Vempati — Chairperson, CBFC
- Notification
- Ministry of I&B, 6 May 2026
- Term
- Three years from date of joining
- Predecessor
- Prasoon Joshi, now Chairman of Prasar Bharati
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Who was appointed Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in May 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Shashi Shekhar Vempati was appointed CBFC Chairperson for three years by an I&B Ministry notification dated 6 May 2026.
Prasoon Joshi stepped down as CBFC Chairperson in 2026 on being elevated to which post?
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Correct answer: D — Chairman, Prasar Bharati
Prasoon Joshi stepped down from the CBFC on his elevation as Chairman of Prasar Bharati.