Dr. Rakesh Kumar (Ph.D., M.Phil., UGC-NET, M.Sc. and B.Ed.)
Dr. Rakesh Kumar holds a Ph.D. in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Ghasidas Central University, Bilaspur, India. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at AAFT University, Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Dr. Kumar has over five years of experience in teaching and 10 years in training, having previously held positions at Guru Ghasidas Central University and the Institute of Management Studies, Noida. His academic journey is further distinguished by qualifying for the UGC-NET for Lectureship and earning an M.Phil. in Mass Communication. Dr. Kumar’s scholarly contributions include seven research papers, participation in numerous national and international seminars, authorship of four books, fourteen book chapters, and active involvement in academic workshops and webinars. His expertise lies in digital media, advertising, public relations, and media research. Dr. Kumar’s dedication to higher education and research is reflected through his commitment to mentoring students at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.