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Chandigarh to Draft Film Policy to Lure Filmmakers and Boost Local Economy
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 01:47 AM
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Chandigarh municipal authorities have announced plans to formulate a dedicated film policy aimed at simplifying permissions and offering incentives for movie shoots in the city.
The Chandigarh administration has initiated the drafting of a comprehensive film policy, marking the city’s first formal effort to attract film productions. Officials say the policy will streamline the approval process for location shoots, reduce bureaucratic delays, and outline financial incentives for producers.
The move comes as the city seeks to capitalize on its growing popularity as a backdrop for Indian cinema, with recent projects such as "Dhurandhar" and "Main Vaapas Aaunga" being shot locally. By providing clear guidelines and support, the administration hopes to position Chandigarh alongside other Indian hubs that actively promote film activities.
Stakeholders from the local film fraternity have welcomed the proposal, noting that a structured policy could boost ancillary services, create jobs, and generate revenue for the municipal body. The draft is expected to be discussed in upcoming council meetings before finalisation.
If approved, the policy could serve as a model for other union territories looking to develop a film-friendly ecosystem, aligning with broader efforts to diversify regional economies through creative industries.
The move comes as the city seeks to capitalize on its growing popularity as a backdrop for Indian cinema, with recent projects such as "Dhurandhar" and "Main Vaapas Aaunga" being shot locally. By providing clear guidelines and support, the administration hopes to position Chandigarh alongside other Indian hubs that actively promote film activities.
Stakeholders from the local film fraternity have welcomed the proposal, noting that a structured policy could boost ancillary services, create jobs, and generate revenue for the municipal body. The draft is expected to be discussed in upcoming council meetings before finalisation.
If approved, the policy could serve as a model for other union territories looking to develop a film-friendly ecosystem, aligning with broader efforts to diversify regional economies through creative industries.