Chalchitra:

Introduction

Chalchitra, the media and short film club of GGV Bilaspur, provides a platform for filmmaking, photography, and digital media. The club documents major events, promotes visual storytelling, and nurtures student talent in media production.

“Cinema is a matter of what’s in the frame and what’s out.” — Martin Scorsese

Objectives

• Provide hands-on learning in media and filmmaking.
• Document and visually archive institutional milestones.
• Cultivate skills in scripting, direction, editing, and sound design.
• Enhance teamwork, innovation, and aesthetic sensibilities.
• Promote GGV campus stories through digital platforms and social media.

Services Offered

• Media coverage of official university events and student initiatives.
• In-house production of short films, documentaries, and podcasts.
• Training in scriptwriting, camera handling, lighting, and post-production.
• Creative collaboration among directors, actors, editors, and designers.
• Social media strategy, visual branding, and content creation.

Volunteer Engagement

• Filmmakers & Directors: Lead short films and documentaries.
• Scriptwriters & Journalists: Build narratives and scripts.
• Photographers & Videographers: Capture visuals for events and films.
• Video Editors & Sound Engineers: Handle post-production.
• Designers & Artists: Develop graphics and posters.
• Social Media Team: Manage digital presence and content scheduling.

Activities and Outreach

• Official coverage of Tech-Fest, Annual Convocations, and Founders’ Day.
• Release of short films and student documentaries.
• Podcast production featuring faculty interviews and student stories.
• Behind-the-scenes campus reels and highlight videos.
• Storyboard and editing competitions across departments.

Chalchitra at a Glance

Impact and Outcomes

• Produced 60+ media pieces over the last five years.
• Enhanced online visibility and branding for GGV.
• Alumni working in editing houses, marketing firms, and independent media.
• Documented events showcased at external festivals and academic symposia.

Story Highlight: Ankit, a second-year student, started as a clapperboard assistant and grew to become a skilled media professional through Chalchitra, now mentoring juniors and producing acclaimed videos.

NEP 2020 Alignment

• Section 23.2: Equips students with 21st-century skills—creativity, media literacy, and digital competencies.
• Chalchitra fosters interdisciplinary learning, experiential education, and creative skill development aligned with NEP 2020.

Contact Person

Prof. Praveen Mishra
Programme Coordinator, NSS
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur (C.G.)
+91 63067 52735

“Chalchitra — Because every campus story deserves to be seen, heard, and remembered.”