Oral History Interview : Mohun

Content Description

Mohun joined SWRC in 1986, first working in the printing unit. Later on, he transitioned into doing photography and videography, including shooting all activities and night shows, programmes as well as taking photos of guests at Tilonia. In the beginning, he mainly handled the VCR, learning on-the-job from seniors and peers, beginning from rewind and forward tapes. Slowly, he started making small films on DV cassettes, writing commentary, and even learning English in the process. From 1987–88, Mohun has worked as an AV technician at SWRC. Over the years, he learned how to manage data and collections, cut and edit films, and handle all technical aspects of the studio. Today, he is responsible for the video library, serves as studio in-charge, technician-at-large, and video documentation person for SWRC.

Condition Description

This oral history interview is recorded in WAV format and spans a total duration of 31 minutes and 34 seconds. The audio is clear but has minimal environmental interference, since the interview was done outdoor. The speaker’s voice is distinct and intelligible throughout, with no overlapping speech or background noise. The interview is being made into summary for reference.

Accession Date

2025-06-29

Disposition

The recording has been retained fully as part of the oral history collection due to its significant documentation of community narratives and underrepresented voices. No materials have been removed or reassigned from this accession. Consent forms have been signed by the interviewees and handed over to AMP.

Acquisition Type

Gift

Provenance

This interview was conducted and compiled by Surajit Sarkar in 2025. It was created by the PAST grantee AMP in order to document oral histories of AV technical staff from the Delhi region.

Retention Rule

This preserves the less heard voices of people involved in the Audio Visual world from 1970s to 2000. Digital files are being stored in an external Hard Disk HDD at AMP and on the google cloud. The digital files will be permanently housed at Archives at NCBS, with access governed by project policy. Copies will also be shared with the donor.

Language of Description

English

Script of Description

Latin

Restrictions Apply

Yes

Access Restrictions

Collection is open for access unless mentioned in specific folders of the finding aid.

Use Restrictions

Copyright may not have been assigned to Archives at NCBS. Permission for reproduction or distribution must be obtained in writing from the Archives at NCBS (archives@ncbs.res.in). See access guidelines for more information (https://archives.ncbs.res.in/access). The Archives at NCBS makes no representation that it is the copyright owner in all of its collections. The user must obtain all necessary rights and clearances before use of material and material may only be reproduced for academic and non-commercial use.