Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Nov 12: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today inaugurated International Film Festival of Srinagar, organised by Vomedh Group.
On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor shared the efforts taken by the UT Administration to facilitate ease of film shooting and revive J&K’s bond with the film industry.
He also called upon the film-makers to strike a balance between entertainment and social responsibility.
“Cinema is one of the most powerful tools for shaping social narratives, fostering cultural unity, and promoting the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The 4th edition of The International Film Festival of Srinagar (TIFFS) received over 100 film entries from 20 countries. An eminent jury panel has shortlisted 20 short films, 6 feature films, and 4 documentaries for screening. The selected feature films represent countries like India, Poland, Russia, and Sri Lanka. Other nations represented in the selections include the USA, France, Germany, Turkey, and Switzerland, among others.
The 3-days of cinematic celebration will showcase cinema that bridges cultures and celebrates storytelling. The vibrant cultural and cinematic festival serves as a powerful symbol of Jammu Kashmir’s artistic resurgence, drawing filmmakers and audiences from across the globe and solidifying its standing as a global platform for creative exchange.
Rohit Bhat and Rakesh Roshan Bhat, Festival Directors, TIFFS, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-Kashmir; Anshul Garg, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir; Rajiv Pandey, DIG CKR; Akshay Labroo, Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar; members of Vomedh group, Avanti Foundation, and Landmark Crafts Limited, prominent artists, film personalities and Cinema lovers attended the inaugural ceremony.
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