Chhattisgarh, Jan. 24 -- Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday presided over the foundation stone ceremony of the 'Chitrotpala International Film City' and the adjoining Tribal & Cultural Convention Centre, marking a major step toward expanding India's filmmaking infrastructure.

The ambitious project, valued at approximately USD 49 million, aims to position Chhattisgarh as a new hub for film and content production in the country.

The first phase of the project will be developed across 95 acres and is being spearheaded by creator Tarun Rathi through Rajnandini Entertainment Ltd. and Indradeep Infra Ltd.

The initiative has received support under the Special Assistance Scheme from India's Ministry of Tourism, underscoring c...