Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi today said that Short films in India conveying awareness and strong message have played an important role during the Corona pandemic.
Addressing International Corona Virus Short Film Festival in New Delhi, Mr Naqvi said, the government, society, cinema and media in India have played a commendable role with courage, commitment and caution during the Corona pandemic.
Mr Naqvi said that due to the pandemic, shooting of films had largely been postponed for a long time.
He said, during this crisis, short films not only entertained the people but also made the people aware of Corona challenge.
Mr Naqvi said that the history is a witness to the fact that whenever there is a crisis in the country, the government, society, cinema and media all have together performed their respective responsibilities with complete honesty in national interest and human welfare.
The minister said, in the Corona pandemic, every section has been witnessing drastic change in the work culture and lifestyle.
Renowned film personalities, diplomats from various countries, journalists, intellectuals and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
More than 2800 films from 108 countries are participating in International Corona Virus Short Film Festival.
These short films are based on cure, safety measure and lives during the Corona pandemic.