In Unlock-4, Haryana Government on Thursday issued standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for resuming film shootings in the state that include measures such as social distancing and mandatory use of face covers or masks for cast and crew, except for actors in front of the camera.
As per the guidelines, the duration of the shooting should be restricted to the minimum possible time and not more than 50 people should be allowed to be present at a spot.
The guidelines were issued after the Centre last
month announced SOPs for resuming shooting of films and TV programmes.
A government spokesman said that in view of the Covid-19 pandemic, all applications seeking permission for shooting of films would be submitted on an online portal and initial approval will be granted by the Director General, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department (DGIPR).
“The application will then be forwarded to deputy commissioners of the districts concerned in which the proposed locations for shooting will be mentioned,” he added.
He said that as per guidelines, all applications will include full details of locations, the number of days and the timing for which permission is required.