SPEAKER(S)

Armstrong Pame

Mr. Armstrong Pame, Director (Films) at India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is a 2009 batch IAS officer from Manipur’s Zeme Naga tribe. Known as the “Miracle Man” for building a 100 km road in a remote area through crowdfunding, he has received awards like India’s Most Eminent IAS Officer (2015) and Distinguished IAS Officer (2021). A graduate in Physics (Hons.) from St. Stephen’s College, he completed leadership courses at Oxford and Harvard, and was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum in 2018.

Tojo Xavier

Tojo Xavier began his professional career as a camera assistant, where he gained invaluable experience working on a variety of film sets. His dedication, attention to detail, and natural talent quickly earned him recognition in the industry. Tojo’s big break came when he was given the opportunity to work as a director of photography on an independent film project. The film received critical acclaim for its stunning visuals, establishing Tojo as a rising star in the world of cinematography.

Dominic Sangma