BIS Marching Towards Its Goals of Preparing Standards for the Media and Entertainment Industry

BIS Marching Towards Its Goals of Preparing Standards for the Media and Entertainment Industry

Noida, 11th October 2025 — The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, continues its progressive efforts toward establishing comprehensive standards for the Media and Entertainment (M&E) Industry. As part of this initiative, Mr. Suryansh Singh, newly appointed Consultant at BIS, visited Marwah Studios to meet Dr. Sandeep Marwah, National Chairman of the Media and Entertainment Committee of BIS, and to gain a detailed understanding of the diverse segments of the industry.

During his full-day visit to Marwah Studios, Mr. Suryansh Singh interacted with various departments and teams, obtaining first-hand insights into film, television, radio, digital media, and education in the creative arts.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, who has been leading the national committee with a vision to systematize and professionalize the fast-evolving media sector, briefed Mr. Singh on the current structure, operations, and opportunities within the Indian M&E ecosystem. He also shared his remarkable journey, including the 11 World Records he has achieved for his outstanding contributions to media and education.

A pioneer in the field, Dr. Marwah is not only the Founder of Noida Film City, but also the visionary behind Marwah Studios, AAFT University of Media and Arts, Radio Noida, and MSTV. He continues to hold key positions in several ministries, social, and professional organizations, representing India’s creative industries on national and international platforms.

The meeting marked an important step toward the BIS initiative of creating standardized frameworks for quality, ethics, and professional benchmarks across all sectors of the media and entertainment industry — a move that will further strengthen India’s global media presence.

BIS Media and Entertainment Committee Meet Held at Marwah Studios

BIS Media and Entertainment Committee Meet Held at Marwah Studios

Noida, India – The 13th Media and Entertainment Committee meeting of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Government of India, was successfully conducted at Marwah Studios under the esteemed chairmanship of Dr. Sandeep Marwah.

During the meeting, Dr. Sandeep Marwah highlighted the significance of standardization in the media and entertainment industry. He informed the attendees about the various standards being developed under the committee’s supervision. He also emphasized the role of 12 sub-committees comprising 60 industry experts from various disciplines, all working collectively to establish uniform benchmarks for the sector.

“Standardization is crucial in ensuring quality, consistency, and global recognition for India’s growing media and entertainment industry,” said Dr. Marwah. He further expressed gratitude to all committee members for their dedicated efforts in shaping industry standards.

The session concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Secretary Member Shivam Soni, acknowledging the contributions of all participants in driving the initiative forward.

ICMEI and BIS Host Technical Session on Media & Entertainment Standards

ICMEI and BIS Host Technical Session on Media & Entertainment Standards

New Delhi: The International Chamber of Media & Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), in collaboration with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, organized a technical session as part of the Full-Day Summit on Media & Entertainment Standards. The session aimed to explore the importance, objectives, and challenges of standardization in the media and entertainment industry.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Chair for the Committee in BIS, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, addressed the gathering and shared his observations on the evolving landscape of media standards. He emphasized the critical role of well-defined standards in fostering industry growth and ensuring quality across various media sectors.

The session featured insightful discussions led by prominent speakers, including: Dr. Pavan Duggal, Renowned Lawyer, specializing in cyber law and media regulations, Maj. Gen. Rajan Kochar, Vice Chairman of the National Council of News and Broadcasting, S.K. Kanojia, Head of Service Sector at BIS, Atul Churamani, Managing Director of Turnkey Music and Publishing Pvt. Ltd., Paritosh Saha, Executive Director of Jio Star, Shivam Soni, Scientist and Member Secretary, BIS.

Each speaker presented compelling case studies, showcasing the need for robust standards to address industry challenges. Discussions highlighted the significance of establishing consistent guidelines to enhance content quality, streamline processes, and address emerging issues in the media and entertainment sectors.

The technical session fostered a collaborative environment for industry experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to share experiences and insights, paving the way for a more standardized and efficient media ecosystem in India. Later Dr Sandeep Marwah honoured all the speakers with the life membership of International Journalism Centre of Marwah Studios.