Archive · 11 Sep 2026
Murugan Invites Filmmakers Back to Jammu and Kashmir
Union minister L Murugan asked filmmakers to come back to Jammu and Kashmir.
He said the region has film infrastructure ready to use.
He also praised its beautiful natural locations.
The minister said the area could become a major film destination again.
A new film festival in Jammu and Kashmir celebrated local young creators.
These creators are learning scriptwriting, filmmaking and digital storytelling.
The government wants to connect them with the wider film industry.
Murugan hopes the festival will create more opportunities and partnerships.
Union minister L Murugan invited filmmakers to return to Jammu and Kashmir for major productions.
Murugan said the region offers ready infrastructure, natural landscapes and a welcoming environment.
He said Jammu and Kashmir could regain its historic position as a leading film destination.
The International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir highlighted growing local participation in filmmaking.
Murugan said workshops, industry links and better opportunities can help young local creators build careers.
- Who
- Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L Murugan, filmmakers and young creators from Jammu and Kashmir.
- What
- L Murugan invited filmmakers to return to Jammu and Kashmir and promoted the region as a film-production destination.
- When
- The remarks were made at the concluding ceremony of the first International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday; the report was dated September 11.
- Where
- Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.
- Why
- To restore Jammu and Kashmir’s position as a leading cinematic destination and create opportunities for local filmmaking talent.
- Speaker
- L Murugan, Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting
- Event
- First International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir
- Location
- Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
- Film appeal
- Ready infrastructure, natural landscapes and a welcoming environment
- Local focus
- Youth participation in filmmaking, scriptwriting and digital storytelling
- Planned emphasis
- Industry-relevant skills, industry linkages, infrastructure and opportunities