Dr Partha Sarathi Mahanta wins Best Director at New York Short Animation Festival (NYSAF) 2026.

Exam-focused facts from the 17 March 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Dr Partha Sarathi Mahanta, IGP of Assam Police and Commissioner of Police, Guwahati, directed the animated short film 'CHYIMI'.
'CHYIMI' received the Best Director Award at the New York Short Animation Festival (NYSAF) 2026.
NYSAF 2026 is partnered with Cine Universitario UACJ in Mexico for additional screenings of selected films.
The festival recognises outstanding animated storytelling and provides a global platform for filmmakers.