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FTPCCI and EAGLE Announce Drug-Free India Short Film Contest in Andhra Pradesh
✍️ Deccan Chronicle
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 03:17 AM
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The Federation of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTPCCI) together with the EAGLE foundation will launch a short‑film competition aimed at promoting a drug‑free India, with entries to be sourced from across the country.
The Federation of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTPCCI) and the EAGLE foundation have announced the launch of a short‑film contest titled “Drug‑Free India”. The competition is being introduced in Andhra Pradesh with the aim of using cinematic storytelling to spread awareness about the dangers of drug abuse.
The contest invites filmmakers, students and creative teams from across India to submit short films that portray the benefits of a drug‑free lifestyle. No specific genre restriction has been mentioned, allowing participants to explore diverse narrative styles while adhering to the central theme.
Organisers indicated that the initiative seeks to engage young audiences, leveraging the reach of short‑form video content to reinforce anti‑drug messages. Winners are expected to receive recognition and possibly further opportunities to showcase their work on national platforms.
The contest invites filmmakers, students and creative teams from across India to submit short films that portray the benefits of a drug‑free lifestyle. No specific genre restriction has been mentioned, allowing participants to explore diverse narrative styles while adhering to the central theme.
Organisers indicated that the initiative seeks to engage young audiences, leveraging the reach of short‑form video content to reinforce anti‑drug messages. Winners are expected to receive recognition and possibly further opportunities to showcase their work on national platforms.