72nd National Film Awards presented in Gujarat; President Murmu confers honours President Droupadi Murmu urged film personalities to promote healthy lifestyles and called for greater dignity and social security for creative workers. Updated on: Sep 23, 2026, 09:44:37 IST By HT Correspondent, New Delhi Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link
72nd National Film Awards presented in Gujarat; President Murmu confers honours
On September 23, 2026, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat. She encouraged film personalities to advocate healthy living and called for greater dignity and social security for creative workers. The ceremony highlighted the importance of supporting the film industry’s welfare.
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What happened
President Droupadi Murmu presented the 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat, urging filmmakers to promote healthy lifestyles and better social security for creative workers.
Why it matters
The National Film Awards are a big deal in India, and when the President personally hands them out, it shows that the government values the creative industry. For everyday people, this means better job security and health benefits for the artists who make the movies and shows we all enjoy.
Impact
Expect increased government support for health and pension schemes for creative professionals, more public awareness campaigns on healthy lifestyles, and potentially higher budgets for film projects.
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