Revanth extends all out support to Telugu Film industry, urges collaboration for Telangana's $3 trillion vision
HYDERABAD
Reaffirming his commitment to the Telugu film industry, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy urged the bigwigs of Tollywood to put aside their previous issues with the government and be a part of the State's mission of achieving a $3 trillion economy by 2047.
'Even if the government seems a bit strict at times, it is only for your development,' he said.
Speaking at the maiden Telangana Gaddar Film Awards (TGFA) ceremony at Hitex here on Saturday, Mr. Reddy urged the film industry to prepare a comprehensive plan for its development and submit it to the government, assuring that all necessary support would be provided.
Recalling the history of recognising cinema in the region, Mr. Reddy said the Congress government instituted the Nandi Awards in 1964, a tradition that was carried on in undivided Andhra Pradesh. He lamented that no film awards were given for the last 14 years, pointing to the neglect by previous governments.
'I will be in active politics for another 22 years, and regardless of my position, I will continue to support the growth of Telugu cinema,' he said.
Mr. Reddy emphasised that Hyderabad had become the epicentre of the Indian film industry and noted: 'Indian film industry means Telugu film industry now.' He stressed the importance of raising the industry to international standards and called on stakeholders to be part of Telangana's development journey.
The Chief Minister also paid rich tributes to revolutionary balladeer Gaddar, after whom the awards are named.
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