L_G Manoj Sinha Inaugurates Joint Jammu-Srinagar Film Festival
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor extended his felicitations to the organizers and all the participants. He said the entries from more than 50 countries is a testimony to vibrant, peaceful and prosperous J&K UT under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
“Peace, vibrant movie culture and economic prosperity are interlinked and I want to warn those who are trying to disrupt normal life or day dreaming of bringing disorder that existed before 2019”, the Lieutenant Governor said.
He said, “Our law enforcement agencies are monitoring the anti-India elements and separatists’ ecosystem and if they try to put people’s lives in danger or compromise India’s integrity, we will ensure exemplary punishment for them”.
The Lieutenant Governor called upon filmmakers to utilise their craft to inspire people to follow the right path, serve their art and also give priority to national interest. He observed that cinema is vital element of soft power and global popularity of our film industry has contributed in bonding with different cultures across the world.
“Good Cinema is not just entertainment but also influences the greater cause of service and human values. I believe a good film is one which strikes a balance between entertainment and social concern,” he said.