Veteran Journalist PJ Baruah Joins Royal Global University as Distinguished Professor

GUWAHATI, June 3, 2025: In a significant development for media education in the region, renowned journalist Shri Prasanta Jyoti Baruah has joined The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) as a Distinguished Professor at the Royal School of Communication and Media. A veteran in the field, Shri Baruah has served as the Executive Editor of The Assam Tribune for several decades, making notable contributions to journalism in Northeast India.

Shri Baruah officially assumed office at RGU today. Speaking on the occasion, he expressed his intent to leverage his extensive experience in journalism to enrich the academic environment of the department at RGU. “I look forward to contributing to the growth of the Royal School of Communication and Media by aligning journalism education with the evolving trends and challenges in the media industry,” he said.

He emphasized the importance of upholding journalistic ethics and principles, especially in the face of growing concerns such as misinformation and fake news. Shri Baruah also highlighted the need to equip students with cutting-edge skills that reflect the latest technological advancements in the media landscape.

Expressing his gratitude to RGU, Shri Baruah stated, “I am thankful for this opportunity and will strive to help the department reach high standards of journalistic excellence. My goal is to make our students industry-ready, ensuring they meet the dynamic demands of the media world.”