Curtain Raiser – Press Note on IFFI 2024
Curtain Raiser – Press Note on IFFI 2024
#IFFIWood, 19 November 2024
The 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is all set to take place from 20th to 28th November 2024 in the picturesque state of Goa. This year’s festival promises to be a cinematic extravaganza, showcasing diverse narratives, innovative voices, and fostering cultural exchange.
Dr. Pramod Sawant, Chief Minister Goa while addressing the media in the Curtain Raiser Press Conference in Goa informed that that Goa is all set to host the 55th edition of IFFI and is ready to welcome the delegates to the grand festival of films. He informed that 180 international films from 81 countries will be screened during the festival. For all the delegates, free transport facilities will be arranged to facilitate the travel across the festival venues. There will be a special segment on Goan Films in which 14 films will be screened, celebrating local talent and culture, said Shri Sawant. ‘Sky Lantern’ competition will be showcased on the route of IFFI parade, and cash rewards will be given to the participants. IFFI parade is being organized on 22nd November from ESG office venue to Kala Academy, Shri Sawant informed.
Addressing the media, Ms. Delialah Lobo, Vice Chairman of Entertainment Society of Goa said that all efforts are being made to make the festival eco-friendly and accessible to people from all walks of life.
Shri Prithul Kumar, Joint Secretary of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Managing Director, NFDC said that 6500 delegates have been registered this year marking an increase of 25 percent over last year. To make the festival more accessible to the film lovers, 6 more screens and 45 percent more screening theatres will be made available this year. The festival will be graced by renowned personalities from Film Industry, Said Shri Kumar. Shri Kumar also mentioned that NFDC is making all out efforts under the leadership of Minister of Information and Broadcasting Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw to ensure that the festival reaches new heights this year in terms of people’s participation and quality of overall experience. Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr. L. Murugan has been continuously reviewing the preparations for the festival. The festival attempts to bring together all stakeholders through co-ordinated action and timely execution of various tasks under the able guidance of Secretary I&B, said Shri Kumar.
Shri Kumar also informed that a press tour will be organized to acquaint journalists with all the verticals of Film business with an in-depth understanding of various aspects of the film industry.
Ms. Vrunda Desai, Joint secretary of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and Ms. Smita Vats Sharma, Director General, PIB, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting; and senior officials from PIB and ESG.
In the Conference, the Key Highlights of IFFI 2024 were briefed to the Media. The same may be read below:
To read the Powerpoint presentation by MD, NFDC please click here
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