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Uttarakhand Film Policy 2024 : Key Features & Benefits
Objective-To position Uttarakhand as India’s premier filming destination while fostering economic growth, employment, and cultural preservation.
Key Features
1. Financial Incentives
- Grants for Films:
- Regional Dialect Films: 50% of production costs (up to ₹2 crore).
- Hindi/8th Schedule Languages: 30% (up to ₹3 crore).
- Foreign Films: 50% (up to ₹3 crore).
- Children’s Films: Additional 10% subsidy.
- Big-Budget Films (₹50+ crore): 30% reimbursement (up to ₹3 crore).
- Additional Incentives:
- 5% extra for using Uttarakhand’s authentic location names.
- 5% for shooting in new hilly locations.
2. Infrastructure Development
- Film City: Establishment of government/private film cities.
- Cinema Halls & Multiplexes: 25% subsidy on equipment (up to ₹25 lakh) in hilly areas.
- Post-Production Studios: 25% subsidy (up to ₹25 lakh).
- Training Institutes: 25% subsidy (up to ₹50 lakh) for film education centers.
3. Employment & Local Engagement
- Mandatory Local Hiring: 30% crew must be Uttarakhand residents for subsidized projects.
- Scholarships: 50–75% for students in prestigious film institutes (e.g., FTII Pune).
- Awards: Cash prizes for best films, actors, technicians (up to ₹2 lakh per category).
4. Tourism & Promotion
- Showcase Requirements: Films must feature Uttarakhand locations prominently (75% shooting + credits).
- Travel Vloggers: 100% reimbursement for approved creators promoting state locations.
5. Streamlined Permissions
- Single-Window System: Online clearances within 2 weeks; no fees for shooting permits (except in Rajaji/Corbett parks).
- Police Support: Free deployment of 5 officers per shoot.