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  • 12 August, 2025

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India Cine Hub Portal

The central government has recently encouraged Indian states to actively use the India Cine Hub Portal to promote and facilitate global film production locally.

About India Cine Hub Portal

  • Launch Date: The India Cine Hub Portal was launched on June 28, 2024.

  • Purpose: It serves as a single-window system to streamline various processes involved in filmmaking, such as:

    • Permissions

    • Incentives

    • Resource mapping

  • Establishment: The portal was developed by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, under the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).

The core objective is to promote foreign film productions in India, positioning the country as a film-friendly ecosystem while ensuring smooth clearance and facilitation for global filmmakers.

Features of India Cine Hub Portal

  • Single-Window System: The portal offers a seamless process for obtaining film permits, state incentives, and logistical support, making it easier for filmmakers to shoot in India.

  • GIS-Based Location Mapping: The portal includes Geographic Information System (GIS)-based mapping to provide filmmakers with detailed location data across India, helping them choose ideal shooting sites.

  • Common Application Form: Filmmakers can now access a common application form, streamlining the entire process of filming permits, allowing quicker approvals.

Impact on Indian and Global Film Industry

  • Global Filmmakers: The portal makes India more attractive to foreign filmmakers by offering easier access to filming permits and incentives, along with detailed location information and resources.

  • Indian Filmmakers: The platform’s services have been extended to Indian filmmakers, making the process of filming more efficient and promoting the country's cinematic talent on the global stage.

Current Integration Status:

  • Fully Integrated States and Union Territories: As of now, 7 states and 2 Union Territories have fully integrated with the India Cine Hub Portal.

  • Onboarded States and UTs: 21 states and 6 Union Territories have also joined the platform, expanding its reach and making it more accessible across India.

The India Cine Hub Portal is expected to:

  • Boost India's Film Tourism: By attracting international film productions to diverse locations across the country, contributing to tourism and local economies.

  • Enhance Ease of Doing Business: The platform aims to make India a global filming hub, creating opportunities for local industries to collaborate with international production houses.




Source: PIB


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