Uttar Pradesh Film Sector Policy Overview
Sector Overview :
The Uttar Pradesh Film Sector Policy is designed to position the state as a premier destination for the film industry, leveraging its robust infrastructure, abundant labour, and rich heritage. With generous financial incentives and a variety of attractive locations, Uttar Pradesh offers an unparalleled filming experience.
Sector Overview
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- 60% of national box office collections come from Uttar Pradesh, NCR, and Mumbai.
- Uttar Pradesh was awarded the Most Film Friendly State Award in the National Film Festival in both 2015 and 2016.
- The state is set to host the biggest film city in the country.
- With more than 500 multiplexes and single screens, Uttar Pradesh is a major hub for cinema.
Objectives
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- Establish Bundelkhand, Uttar Pradesh, as the preferred destination for the film industry.
- Showcase the heritage, culture, and tourist destinations of the state to attract more tourists.
- Attract more investment into the state.
- Create more employment opportunities in the state.
Enablers
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Abundance of labour at competitive costs.
Excellent connectivity infrastructure including :
- 10,000 miles of railway network.
- 1,120 miles of 8-lane expressways.
- 2 international airports.
- 5 domestic airports.
Fiscal Incentives for film production and shooting.
A variety of attractive destinationssuch as religious sites, heritage locations, wildlife sanctuaries, and national parks.
Investment and Fiscal Incentives
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SGST Reimbursement :
- 100% SGST reimbursement for multiplex and cinema hall owners.
Subsidies for Films :
- Up to ₹1 crore for films with at least 50% of shooting days in Uttar Pradesh.
- Up to ₹2 crores for films with at least two-thirds of shooting days in Uttar Pradesh.
Additional Subsidies for Artists :
- Up to ₹25 lakh for films featuring at least 5 artists from Uttar Pradesh.
- Up to ₹50 lakh for films where all artists hail from Uttar Pradesh.
