Har Ghar Tiranga film festival unites India in patriotic spirit
By Doruvu Paul Jagan Babu: Assistant Chief Editor
New Delhi: The Har Ghar Tiranga – Patriotic film festival opened nationwide on Sunday with grand inaugurations in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Pune, bringing together filmmakers, artists, officials, and audiences in a cinematic tribute to India’s independence. Organised by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the three-day festival runs from August 11–13, as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Har Ghar Tiranga campaign.
A cinematic tribute to the nation
The festival aims to deepen citizens’ emotional connection with the National Flag, showcase India’s journey to freedom, and celebrate the sacrifices of countless heroes. Through curated screenings, it seeks to inspire unity, patriotism, and pride in India’s heritage.
Delhi inauguration
At the NFDC–Siri Fort Auditorium in New Delhi, Minister of Art, Culture and Language (NCT of Delhi) Kapil Mishra formally inaugurated the festival. He was joined by Prabhat, Additional Secretary (I&B); Bhupendra Kainthola, Principal Director General (DPD); and Dhirendra Ojha, Principal Director General (Media & Communication). Mishra noted cinema’s power to immortalise freedom fighters’ sacrifices and inspire future generations.
Mumbai launch with star presence
The NFDC–National Museum of Indian Cinema (NMIC) Complex in Mumbai hosted an opening led by Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, alongside actress Shriya Pilgaonkar. Jaju highlighted cinema’s lasting impact on viewers, while Pilgaonkar stressed the importance of preserving stories of resilience and courage.
Chennai’s cultural gathering
The Tagore Film Centre inauguration featured Director Vasanth, Choreographer Kala Master, Tamil Chamber of Commerce President Chozha Nachiyar, Actress Namitha, Dr. AVS Sivakumar (Principal, Tamil Nadu Music College), and actor-director-producer Veera. Speakers reflected on cinema’s role in strengthening patriotism through culture and the arts.
Pune’s shared celebration
At the NFDC–National Film Archive of India (NFAI), Pune audiences joined the celebrations via a live telecast of inaugurations from other cities before beginning their own screenings, symbolising unity in diversity.
NFDC’s role and vision
For decades, NFDC has championed quality cinema and preserved India’s film heritage through the National Film Archive of India. This festival reinforces Prime Minister Modi’s vision of fostering a personal connection between citizens and the National Flag, using cinema as a unifying force across languages, regions, and generations.
