India to lead the creative entertainment economy: Maha CM

IANS April 11, 2025 237 views

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is positioning Mumbai as a global entertainment technology hub through strategic initiatives. The state plans to develop a 240-acre entertainment zone and establish the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT). The upcoming World Audio-Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025) will showcase India's creative potential to over 100 countries. This vision aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's goal of presenting a new, innovative global identity for India.

"This is an opportunity for the world to witness India's creative prowess in entertainment." - Devendra Fadnavis
Mumbai, April 11: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Friday that India will lead the creative entertainment economy in the future.

Key Points

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Maharashtra plans world-class entertainment hub on 240-acre Malad land

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WAVES 2025 summit to showcase India's creative potential

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Over 5,000 delegates from 100+ countries expected to attend

He announced that the Malad land parcel (240 acres) owned by the Information and Broadcasting Department will be developed into a world-class entertainment hub.

Additionally, the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) will be established in Mumbai, the Chief Minister added.

"With IICT, Mumbai will be a step ahead in global creative technology, and will be recognised as the capital of the entertainment world," he said.

An MoU was signed with the IICT on Friday.

After reviewing the preparations with Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, CM Fadnavis said that the World Audio-Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025), scheduled from May 1 to 4 in Mumbai, will be the world's largest event in the creative entertainment sector.

Maharashtra has been given the honour of hosting this globally prestigious summit, which is expected to draw global attention to Mumbai as a hub of creative entertainment, he added.

CM Fadnavis told reporters: "This is an opportunity for the world to witness India's creative prowess in entertainment. The state government will extend full cooperation for the success of this event."

He said that the summit aligns with PM Narendra Modi's vision of presenting a new identity of India to the world, and Maharashtra is proud to be at the forefront of implementing it.

He emphasised the rapid growth of the entertainment economy, adding that India must be a global leader in this sector.

More than 100 countries are expected to participate, with more than 5,000 delegates registering for the event.

The summit is proposed to be held annually in Mumbai, which will significantly boost the city's position globally.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is such exciting news! Mumbai truly deserves this recognition as the entertainment capital. Can't wait to see how the IICT transforms our creative landscape. 🇮🇳✨
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the vision, I hope they'll ensure proper infrastructure development before these big events. Mumbai's traffic and public transport need upgrades to handle such international summits.
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Amit S.
WAVES 2025 sounds amazing! This could create so many job opportunities in the creative sector. Hope they involve local talent and not just focus on international collaborations.
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Neha P.
Finally! India's creative potential is being recognized globally. The entertainment hub in Malad could be our version of Hollywood + Silicon Valley combined. So proud! 🎬💻
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Vikram D.
Hope this isn't just another announcement that fizzles out. We've seen many big projects announced but implementation is key. Fingers crossed this delivers on its promise.
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Sneha R.
As a film student, this gives me so much hope! The IICT could be a game-changer for aspiring creatives like me. When will admissions open? 🤩

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Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis Entertainment Technology WAVES 2025 Mumbai Creative Economy IICT
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