Archive · 29 Jul 2026
ASIFA India Partners for Create in India Challenge Season 2
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in India is working with ASIFA India to expand the Create in India Challenge (CIC) for its second season.
This initiative aims to support the creative economy by offering grants to organizations that can design challenges in areas like animation, VFX, and digital media.
The goal is to help young creators develop skills and showcase their work globally.
ASIFA India, which played a key role in the first season, will continue its partnership to expand participation and mentorship.
The challenges will culminate in a showcase event called CreatoSphere during WAVES 2027, where winners can connect with industry leaders.
One notable success from the first season was the animated film 'Desi Oon,' which won several international awards, demonstrating the potential of the initiative to launch Indian creators onto the global stage.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is expanding the Create in India Challenge (CIC) Season 2 with industry partners like ASIFA India.
Organizations can receive grants of up to ₹1 crore to design challenges in animation, VFX, XR, gaming, AI, and other creative sectors.
The initiative aims to foster talent and create structured pathways for young creators to develop globally competitive intellectual property.
Selected projects will be showcased at CreatoSphere during WAVES 2027, offering opportunities to connect with investors and industry leaders.
ASIFA India will continue its partnership to expand participation, strengthen mentorship programs, and identify emerging talent.
- Who
- Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, ASIFA India, and industry partners
- What
- Create in India Challenge Season 2
- When
- Applications open until July 31
- Where
- India
- Why
- To position India as a global hub for the creative economy and foster talent in animation and digital content
Government and Industry Collaboration
Independent Creators
Funding and Support
Government and Industry Collaboration
The government provides grants and industry partnerships to foster talent and innovation.
Independent Creators
Independent creators may struggle to access funding and resources without such initiatives.
Global Recognition
Government and Industry Collaboration
The initiative aims to position India as a global hub for creative industries.
Independent Creators
Independent creators may find it challenging to gain international recognition without structured support.
- Initiative
- Create in India Challenge (CIC)
- Organizer
- Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
- Key Partner
- ASIFA India
- Grant Amount
- Up to ₹1 crore per challenge
- Emerging Sectors
- Animation, VFX, XR, Gaming, AI, Comics, Films, Broadcasting, Music, Dance, Digital Media
- Application Deadline
- July 31
- Showcase Event
- CreatoSphere during WAVES 2027
- Notable Success
- Suresh Eriyat's 'Desi Oon' won multiple international awards