Council for Media & Public Policy Research

Ideas.

Dialogue.

Policy.

Progress.

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CMPPR

A Platform for Ideas That Matter

The Council for Media & Public Policy Research - CMPPR is an independent not-for-profit organisation committed to strengthening the ecosystem of media and public policy discourse.

CMPPR works to identify, explore and promote important ideas, emerging perspectives and innovative initiatives that can contribute to a more informed, progressive and inclusive society.

“We create platforms where ideas meet action, voices meet dialogue and vision meets opportunity.”

Our work encompasses:
  1. 01 Media and public policy discourse
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  2. 02 Research and knowledge initiatives
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  3. 03 Public dialogues and debates
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  4. 04 Youth and young-generation programmes
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  5. 05 Social and national campaigns
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  6. 06 Creative and innovative platforms
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  7. 07 Conferences and special programmes
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  8. 08 Global knowledge and dialogue platforms
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  9. 09 Ideas and policy-oriented initiatives
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Our Mission

Our Mission

To create credible platforms for ideas, dialogue, research and public engagement that encourage informed thinking, innovation and constructive participation in the development of society and the nation.

Our Vision

Our Vision

To emerge as a leading platform for Media & Public Policy discourse, connecting people, ideas and institutions to shape a more progressive, democratic and developed future.

We Believe

We Believe

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Ideas can inspire.
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Dialogue can transform.
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Young minds can lead.
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Innovation can accelerate progress.
INITIATIVES

Turning Ideas into Platforms

CMPPR develops and supports initiatives that bring together people, ideas and institutions around issues that matter to India's present and future.

Our initiatives span media, public policy, youth, education, culture, innovation, entrepreneurship and nation-building.

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Media

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Public Policy

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Youth

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Education

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Culture

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Innovation

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Entrepreneurship

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Nation Building

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FLAGSHIP INITIATIVE

NAMO BOOK FEST & GEN V FEST

An unprecedented celebration of Literature, Leadership, Legacy & Amrit Generation

Celebrating Books. Ideas. Youth. The Future.

Namo Book Fest & GEN V Fest is a distinctive Bharat Tour bringing together the world of books, knowledge, ideas, creativity and India's Amrit Generation.

The initiative seeks to create meaningful conversations around India's journey, its changing society and the aspirations of its next generation.

1st NAMO BOOK FEST & GEN V FEST

January 2026 | New Delhi

The inaugural edition brought together books, authors, readers, young minds, creative voices and ideas on a common platform in the National capital New Delhi.

The festival created opportunities for:
  • Author and reader interactions
  • Literary conversations
  • Amrit Generation engagement
  • Ideas and discussions
  • Creative expression
  • Knowledge sharing
  • Cultural engagement
  • Conversations around India's future
The Beginning of a Movement

The first edition established the foundation for a larger platform where books and ideas connect with the aspirations, creativity and energy of the young generation.

2nd NAMO BOOK FEST & GEN V FEST 2026

7–9 October 2026 | Namo Ghat | Varanasi

The second edition expands to Kashi as Bharat Tour with a larger and more engaging celebration of books, ideas, creativity, youth and India's future.

The two-days festival will create a vibrant platform for:
Books Ideas GEN V – Amrit Generation Creativity India's Future Varanasi
Thematic Framework

Event Pillars

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BOOKS

Celebrating authors, publishers, literature and the power of reading.

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IDEAS

Dialogues, debates and conversations on issues shaping India and the world.

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GEN V – Amrit Generation

Connecting with the aspirations, creativity, innovation and vision of India's Amrit Generation.

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CREATIVITY

Providing platforms for young creators, artists, thinkers and innovators.

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INDIA'S FUTURE

Exploring ideas and opportunities for a progressive and Viksit Bharat.

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VARANASI

Bringing together the timeless intellectual and cultural legacy of Kashi with the ideas and energy of a new Bharat.

Amrit Generation

GEN V – Amrit Generation

The Generation of Vision, Vibe, Vanguard & Viksit Bharat

GEN V is envisioned as our young generation-focused platform termed as “Amrit Generation” by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi celebrating a generation driven by ideas, ambition, creativity, innovation and a desire to contribute.

The Amrit Generation will be the creator and leader of New & Viksit Bharat

It seeks to connect young Indians through:

Dialogue Debate Creativity Innovation Entrepreneurship Leadership Governance
Vision • Vibe • Vanguard

The Creator and Leader of New & Viksit Bharat

A platform for young minds driven by ideas, ambition, creativity, innovation and a desire to contribute.

Programmes

OUR PROGRAMMES

CMPPR's programmes and platforms are designed around four broad pillars:

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DISCOVER

Research, ideas and emerging perspectives.

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DIALOGUE

Conferences, debates, roundtables and public conversations.

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ENGAGE

Youth programmes, campaigns and participatory initiatives.

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INFLUENCE

Taking credible ideas and perspectives into wider public and policy discourse.

MEDIA & PUBLIC POLICY

Creating Space for Informed Public Discourse

CMPPR seeks to encourage responsible and constructive conversations on the evolving relationship between media, society, governance and public policy.

We explore emerging challenges and opportunities through:

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Policy dialogues

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Research conversations

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Expert roundtables

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Media forums

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Public discussions

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Knowledge initiatives

YOUTH & YOUNG INDIA

Listening to the Amrit Generation That Will Shape Tomorrow

“Young people are not merely participants in India's future—they are its creators, innovators and leaders.”

CMPPR creates platforms where young people can:

Speak. Question. Debate. Create. Innovate. Lead.

Our youth initiatives focus on building confidence, encouraging creativity and connecting young minds with experts, institutions and opportunities.

GLOBAL PLATFORMS

Connecting Indian Ideas with the World

CMPPR aims to develop global platforms that bring together thought leaders, policymakers, academics, media professionals, entrepreneurs, innovators and young leaders.

The objective is to facilitate:

01 Global Dialogue
02 Knowledge Exchange
03 Collaborative Ideas
04 Policy Perspectives
05 New Opportunities
PARTNERSHIPS

Building an Ecosystem for Progress

CMPPR collaborates with organisations and institutions that share a commitment to ideas, innovation, knowledge and social progress.

“Partner with us to create platforms that make ideas matter.”

We welcome partnerships with:

01 Government institutions
02 Corporates
03 Universities and educational institutions
04 Think tanks
05 Media organisations
06 Civil society organisations
07 Global institutions
08 Youth organisations
09 Creative communities
CONTACT

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