Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Parliamentary Affairs, Dr.L. Murugan, has emphasised the government’s efforts to boost the film industry, particularly through the initiatives that support film production, digital content creation, and investment in media technology. The minister underlined the need to show the country’s cultural significance to the world.

 

 

The Minister said that the 55th International Film Festival of India, Film Bazaar 2024, and the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit will be held between February 5 and 09 next year in New Delhi at the Bharat Mandapam. He said that WAVES as an event has been designed to amplify India’s standing in the global content ecosystem and attract international investment to the media and entertainment sector. In his interaction with professionals from the media, film, and entertainment industries, he had the chance to engage directly with the Minister and discuss ongoing challenges and opportunities in the sector.