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| Cinema Is Our Cultural Ambassador, Says Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat at 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 |
Noida, Film City: Shri Tirath Singh Rawat, Former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand and National Vice President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), inaugurated the session on the third day of the 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 at Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida, in the presence of a large gathering of film professionals, students, artists, and distinguished guests.
Addressing the audience, Shri Tirath Singh Rawat emphasised the importance of cinema in promoting India’s rich cultural heritage and said, “Cinema is our cultural ambassador.” He highlighted the significant role of films in showcasing India’s traditions, values, diversity, and cultural identity to audiences across the world.
Shri Rawat also highly appreciated the remarkable efforts and achievements of Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Founder of Noida Film City, for his continuous contribution to the promotion of art, culture, cinema, and international cultural relations. He observed that Dr. Marwah’s sustained work in bringing people and nations together through creative arts deserved the highest recognition for his contribution to the promotion of Indian art and culture.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said, “Cinema is one of the most powerful mediums of communication, capable of transcending geographical boundaries and bringing people of different cultures closer together. Through the Global Film Festival Noida, we are committed to promoting Indian cinema, encouraging young filmmakers, and strengthening international relations through art and culture. The encouragement and appreciation of distinguished leaders like Shri Tirath Singh Rawat inspire us to continue this mission with greater dedication.”
As a mark of respect and appreciation for his presence and support for the cause of art, culture, and peace, Dr. Sandeep Marwah honoured Shri Tirath Singh Rawat with the Life Membership of the World Peace Development and Research Foundation (WPDRF).
The 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026, organised at Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida, brings together filmmakers, cultural representatives, media professionals, artists, and students from India and abroad. The festival continues to provide an international platform for cinema, creative expression, cultural exchange, and the promotion of peace and friendship among nations.
The festival reflects Dr. Sandeep Marwah’s enduring vision of strengthening global understanding and unity through cinema and culture, guided by the motto: “Love, Peace and Unity Through Art & Culture.”
