Nepal government’s film grant scheme gets mixed reviews
Summary
The Nepal government has announced Rs35 million in film grants to support productions on culture, history and tourism, but filmmakers say the 21-day application deadline is too short. Critics have questioned why the scheme is being handled by the ministry instead of the Film Development Board, while officials say the process can be adjusted if needed.
Key Points
- The Nepal government has opened applications for Rs35 million in grants for films focused on culture, history and tourism.
- Filmmakers, including Nisha Adhikari and Pradeep Kumar Udaya, say the 21-day deadline is too short and the announcement was unclear.
- Some filmmakers argue the Film Development Board should have managed the scheme instead of the Ministry of Information and Communication.
- Ministry officials say the deadline is only for applications and the process can be revised if responses are insufficient.
