Dehradun, July 18: The Garhwali film ‘Dholi’ has won the prestigious ‘Silver Lotus Award’ for Best Garhwali Film in the feature film category at the 72nd National Film Awards. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami congratulated the people of Uttarakhand, describing this moment as historic for the state’s cinema.
CM Dhami shared his happiness on the social media platform ‘X’, stating that this honor represents not just the success of a film but also the cultural heritage and identity of regional cinema in Uttarakhand. He extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the film’s director, producers, actors, and the entire team for this achievement.
He remarked, “The positive impact of Uttarakhand’s new film policy is now clearly visible. The policies created by the state government to promote film production are providing new opportunities for local artists, directors, and producers. As a result, Uttarakhand cinema is establishing a strong identity on the national stage.”
Dhami emphasized that the state government’s aim is not only to promote film shooting but also to showcase local language, culture, folk art, and traditions to the country and the world. He expressed confidence that in the coming years, Uttarakhand films will achieve new heights both nationally and internationally.
According to the Chief Minister, various facilities and incentives are being provided to filmmakers under the state’s new film policy. This has led to an increase in film production activities in Uttarakhand, creating job opportunities for local youth in acting, directing, technical roles, and other areas.
He noted that Uttarakhand is rapidly gaining recognition not only for its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage but also in the field of film production. The state government is continuously working in this direction to encourage more filmmakers to choose Uttarakhand as a shooting location for their films.
CM Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed hope that the success of ‘Dholi’ will inspire other filmmakers and young artists in the state. He stated that this recognition is a significant step towards giving Uttarakhand’s rich folk language and culture a new identity on the national platform. He also assured that Uttarakhand cinema will continue to set new records and bring the state’s name to prominence both in India and abroad.
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