Uttarakhand Govt announces Rs2 cr subsidy to boost Regional Cinema

The Uttarakhand government has announced a subsidy of up to Rs2 crore to promote regional film production, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlighting the move as a step towards strengthening the state’s creative economy and cultural outreach.
In a post on X, Dhami said the government remains committed to fostering creativity and preserving cultural richness. “Under the new film policy, a subsidy of up to Rs2 crore is being provided to encourage film production in regional languages, thereby creating new opportunities for local artists, directors, and technicians. This initiative will not only help take Uttarakhand’s rich culture and traditions to the country and abroad but will also give a fresh impetus to employment generation and the growth of the film industry in the state,” he said.

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— Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) March 27, 2026

The policy, which was approved by the state Cabinet in 2024, significantly enhances incentives for filmmakers producing local content. According to information, the subsidy for films in regional languages such as Garhwali, Kumaoni, and Jaunsari has been increased eightfold.“At the same time, the subsidy for those shooting films in the state in 22 languages included in the Eighth Schedule has also been doubled,” underlining the government’s push to position Uttarakhand as a preferred destination for film production.
Meanwhile, on the occasion of Ram Navami, Dhami, along with his wife Geeta Dhami, performed Kanya Pujan at his residence and honoured young girls as embodiments of the Devi. He also extended greetings to the people of the state, noting that the life and ideals of Lord Ram continue to inspire adherence to truth, righteousness, and duty.