Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced the 2024 budget. This time a huge budget was introduced by Rs 4,08,647 crore. The infrastructure, religious programs, the development of the film industry and women’s empowerment have been a big hit. Some key decisions have been made to promote the film industry in particular.
Good news for cinema lovers is that the price of a movie ticket in Karnataka is Rs 200. This applies to all multiplexes and normal theaters. The CM said that it is bringing a single rate policy with the intention of giving people the opportunity to watch the film.
The government has given the green signal for the construction of 150 acres in Mysore to further develop the film industry. The project has been allocated a budget of Rs 500 crore. The film, which is being built with international standards, will become the center of Kannada films.
CM has announced that the OTT platform will be launched under the government to further promote Kannada films, not just theaters. It is likely to open new ways for the development of Kannada film industry. Overall, this time the Karnataka budget has given special priority to the film industry.