Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan announced that the government aims to rebuild the state and society by recognizing creative sectors, including film, as key forces for national development. He made the remarks on Saturday at the inauguration of the National Film Society Conference 2026 held at the Bangladesh Film Archive auditorium in Agargaon, Dhaka. The event was jointly organized by the Bangladesh Federation of Film Societies and the Bangladesh Film Archive.
The minister emphasized that film and creative industries are vital soft powers of civilization and that artists, filmmakers, and creative professionals share responsibility for enriching them. He said the government intends to make policy decisions for the film industry based on stakeholder opinions and national consensus. Swapan noted that the newly formed Film Certification and Jury Boards have been welcomed across the sector, marking a positive shift from past controversies.
He added that a proposal has been sent to the Finance Ministry to increase film grants in the upcoming budget and that stricter measures will ensure timely completion of funded projects. The government also plans special initiatives to preserve and modernize single-screen cinemas.
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