The Haryana Government would soon formulate a policy for the promotion of Haryanavi films, Chief Minister Manohar lal Khattar said on Thursday.
He also announced that Haryanavi film ‘Pagdi-The Honour’ will be free from tax.
It is the first Haryanvi film which has won two National Awards. It has also bagged the title of best film (Haryanvi) and has also won best supporting actor (female) award.
The Chief Minister, who was speaking after the special screening of ‘Padgi-The Honour’, here announced a discretionary grant of `10 lakh for the film.
He said that more such movies should be directed and Government would continue to encourage and support the production of such movies.
Among those present on this occasion included Minister of State for Transport Karan Dev Kamboj, MlA Panchkula Gian Chand Gupta, Special Principal Secretary to Chief Minister RK Khullar, Political Advisor to Chief Minister Jagdish Chopra, well known actor. Yashpal Sharma and senior officers of the State Government.