Bharat Gupta, CEO of Jagran New Media, has officially announced his resignation as President of the Misinformation Combat Alliance (MCA), a role he has held since the organisation's inception in January 2022. Throughout his leadership, Gupta was instrumental in shaping MCA into a strong coalition, bringing together 12 fact-checking organisations, three media companies, and a civic tech organisation, all united by the common goal of combating misinformation.
Reflecting on his tenure, Bharat Gupta, CEO, Jagran New Media said: "After almost three years of joint effort to protect our community from the deadly spread of misinformation and disinformation, I believe it is time for new leadership to guide the organisation. I am deeply grateful for the continuous support of my fellow MCA members and the dedication of our fact-checkers. Together, we have made significant progress in combating the misinformation epidemic. Additionally, I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to the International Fact-Checking Network Advisory Board for the four-year opportunity to represent India on the global stage. It has truly been a privilege to advocate for the importance of accurate information and work with committed professionals from around the world. While I am stepping down from my role as President of the MCA, my responsibility to fight misinformation remains as strong as ever. May your efforts inspire and empower us all. I believe in the organisation's mission and vision and have full confidence in the team's ability to continue driving impactful change in this battle. I will always remain a companion of change and supporter of MCA's efforts to promote digital safety and fact-checking."
Under Bharat Gupta's leadership, the MCA spearheaded significant initiatives, including a collaboration with Google to fight election-related misinformation and partnering with MCA’s Deepfakes Analysis Unit, seed-funded by Meta, which launched a multilingual WhatsApp helpline to provide real-time support to fact-checkers. His visionary leadership has strengthened the MCA's impact in India and globally, promoting digital literacy and a shared commitment to the truth.
The Misinformation Combat Alliance (MCA), founded in 2022, is dedicated to reducing the spread of misinformation through targeted interventions and collaborative efforts with leading media and technology partners. The MCA continues to empower individuals and organisations to navigate the complex digital landscape with confidence and accuracy.
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