Dibrugarh, Assam: In a moment of pride for Upper Assam’s growing creative community, two young talents from Dibrugarh have secured top ranks in the entrance examination for admission to the prestigious Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Regional Government Film and Television Institute (DBHRGFTI). Nashita Shah and Durlov Bora, both trained locally at Tea City Photography Academy, have proven that world-class filmmaking talent doesn’t need a big-city address to flourish.
Their achievement is already being celebrated across Dibrugarh’s tight-knit media and photography circles, and it’s sparking fresh conversations about Assam’s emerging role as a hub for cinema and visual storytelling education.
The Achievers and Their Ranks
The entrance examination, held for admission into DBHRGFTI’s specialized programs, saw stiff competition from aspirants across the region. Amid this, two names from Dibrugarh stood out:
- Nashita Shah — Secured the 2nd Rank overall
- Durlov Bora — Secured the 3rd Rank overall
Both students appeared for the Film and Video Editing department, one of the institute’s most sought-after specializations given the booming demand for skilled editors across OTT platforms, digital media houses, and independent film production in India.
Landing among the top three ranks in a state-level government film institute’s entrance test is no small feat. It typically involves a rigorous evaluation of technical editing skills, storytelling sensibility, software proficiency, and a candidate’s overall grasp of visual grammar — skills that take years of disciplined practice to build.
The Training Ground: Tea City Photography Academy
Both rank holders trained at Tea City Photography Academy in Dibrugarh, a local institution that has quietly been building a reputation for producing serious contenders in photography, videography, and editing fields.
The academy’s role in this success story highlights something significant: Dibrugarh, long known primarily for tea gardens and oil exploration, is steadily becoming a launchpad for creative and technical careers as well. For years, students in Assam’s smaller cities who wanted formal training in filmmaking or editing had to look toward Guwahati, Kolkata, or even further afield. Institutes like Tea City Photography Academy are changing that equation by bringing quality, hands-on training closer home.
What the Academy Director Had to Say
Speaking on the achievement, Dr. Debasis Gogoi, Director of Tea City Photography Academy, congratulated both Nashita Shah and Durlov Bora, calling their success a direct result of consistent dedication and hard work over an extended period of training.
Dr. Gogoi added that he expects this achievement to have a ripple effect — inspiring more young people across Assam to seriously consider careers in filmmaking, cinematography, and visual storytelling rather than viewing them as unconventional or uncertain career paths.
His comments reflect a broader shift happening across the state, where creative fields are increasingly being seen as viable, respected career tracks rather than hobbies pursued on the side.
Assam’s Creative Economy
This isn’t just a feel-good local story — it points to a larger trend worth watching.
1. Rising interest in film and media careers: India’s entertainment and digital content industry has exploded in the last few years, driven by OTT platforms, YouTube, and short-form video. Skilled editors and technicians are in constant demand, and young people in Assam are clearly taking notice.
2. Institutes like DBHRGFTI matter: Named after the legendary Assamese cultural icon Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, DBHRGFTI is one of the few regional government institutions offering structured, affordable training in film and television production in the Northeast. Strong representation from Dibrugarh in its entrance rankings signals that regional talent pipelines are working.
3. Local academies are filling a critical gap: Not every aspiring filmmaker or editor can afford to relocate to a metro city for foundational training. Local institutions that can prepare students to compete — and win — at state and national levels are becoming essential infrastructure for Assam’s creative economy.
A Growing Trend Across Assam
Nashita Shah and Durlov Bora’s success adds to a growing list of achievements by young Assamese talents in fields that were once considered niche. From photography to editing to independent filmmaking, more students from towns like Dibrugarh are stepping onto platforms that were traditionally dominated by candidates from larger cities.
For local training institutes, this kind of visible success is also a strong signal of credibility — proof that quality mentorship, combined with a student’s own discipline, can produce results that hold up against statewide and even national competition.
What’s Next for the Rank Holders
With their admission to DBHRGFTI’s Film and Video Editing program now within reach, Nashita Shah and Durlov Bora are expected to begin formal training that could open doors to careers in film editing, post-production, documentary work, and digital content creation — fields where Assam and the wider Northeast region are increasingly making their presence felt on the national stage.
Their journey — from local training in Dibrugarh to a top rank at a respected government institute — is likely to serve as a reference point for the next batch of students at Tea City Photography Academy and other institutes across the state.
FAQs
Q: What is DBHRGFTI? A: The Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Regional Government Film and Television Institute is a regional government institute offering specialized training in filmmaking, television production, and related disciplines, named after the celebrated Assamese singer and filmmaker Dr. Bhupen Hazarika.
Q: Who secured the top ranks from Dibrugarh? A: Nashita Shah secured 2nd Rank and Durlov Bora secured 3rd Rank in the Film and Video Editing entrance examination.
Q: Where did the students train? A: Both students trained at Tea City Photography Academy in Dibrugarh, under the guidance of Director Dr. Debasis Gogoi.
Q: Why is this achievement significant for Assam? A: It highlights the growing quality of local training institutes in Assam and reflects rising interest among young people in filmmaking and media careers, reducing the need to relocate to metro cities for quality training.
Sanjoy Gorh – Founder & Editor, FinBuzz India
Sanjoy Gorh is the founder and editor of FinBuzz India (finbuzzindia.com), an independent digital news platform delivering accurate, clear, and timely news to readers across Assam, Northeast India, and beyond.
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