CHANDIGARH, July 10 -- In a bid to promote film production, the Chandigarh administration is preparing to adopt a modified version of the Centre's proposed film policy. This unified policy is being drafted for all states and union territories, and Chandigarh plans to implement it with suitable amendments tailored to local needs.

Currently, film shooting permissions in the city are granted within seven days. However, efforts are underway to further simplify and expedite the process. The administration also plans to strengthen the existing single-window clearance system to make it more efficient.

The move comes in the wake of a nationwide meeting of tourism secretaries held recently in Srinagar on July 8, where opportunities and policies ...