Jammu and Kashmir Film Policy, 2024 Unveiled
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Unveiling of Jammu and Kashmir Film Policy, 2024 |
| Date | 1st August 2024 |
| Location | Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Announced by | Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor |
| Objective | To incentivize and boost domestic and international film production in Jammu and Kashmir |
| Key Features | - High-impact infrastructure development- Financial incentives for filmmakers |
| Accessible Locations | - Previously restricted areas near Line of Control (LoC): Gurez, Machil, Tangdhar- Traditional tourist hotspots: Gulmarg, Pahalgam |
| Administrative Mechanism | - Established Kashmir Film Development Council (JKFDC) as a single-window online mechanism- Formation of 'location permission committee' and 'script screening committee'- Approval timeline: 2-4 weeks |
| Historical Context | Kashmir was a popular filming location until the 1950s; notable films: "Jungle" (1961), "Jab Jab Phool Khile" (1965) |