National Film Development Corporation of India
The National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC) is a government-owned organization under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India. It is responsible for promoting, funding, and facilitating the growth of Indian cinema, especially independent, regional, and non-mainstream films.
NFDC works in several major areas -
- Funding and producing Indian films
- Organizing international film festivals like MIFF
- Promoting Indian cinema globally
- Supporting documentary, short, and art films
- Encouraging new filmmakers and co-productions
- Managing film markets and industry platforms
For MIFF, NFDC -
- Plans and executes the entire festival
- Manages film selection and jury coordination
- Handles international participation
- Organizes screenings, workshops, and industry events