Welcome to fourth episode of The Chicken-Neck Podcast, where we take a closer look at the role of media in the world of sports. In this episode, we sit down with Mr. Nilanjan Dutta, who has had a long and illustrious career as the Director of Media and spokesperson for the All India Football Federation. We begin our conversation by discussing the crucial role that media plays in sports, and how it has evolved over the years. Mr. Dutta shares his insights on the challenges that media professionals face in reporting on sports events, and how the rise of social media has changed the game. We then delve into the disturbing issue of online abuse against players, and how it affects their mental health and well-being. Mr. Dutta shares his thoughts on the steps that need to be taken to combat this growing problem, including the role of sports organizations and the media in speaking out against such behavior. Our conversation then shifts to the key policy questions relating to sports in Northeast India. Mr. Dutta, who has worked closely with sports organizations in the region, sheds light on the challenges that need to be overcome to promote sports in this area, including infrastructure development and talent identification.Throughout the episode, Mr. Dutta provides valuable insights and perspectives on a range of issues affecting the world of sports, drawing on his extensive experience and deep knowledge of the industry. So tune in to this insightful episode of TCN, and gain a better understanding of the vital role that media and policy play in shaping the world of sports.   Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the individual podcasters. Listener Discretion is advised. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. You can listen to our show on all streaming platforms by clicking on the link:- https://bingepods.com/podcast/the-chicken-neck-podcast    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices