T'gana CM proposes cess on movie tickets

Revanth makes it clear that his govt will not give permission for ticket price hike, benefit shows for new films

- MANDA RAVINDER REDDY @Hyderabad

THE Telangana government has proposed to levy cess on movie tickets for use in the construction of Integrated Residential Schools in the state. It is one of the few ideas that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy floated at the crucial meeting here with the Tollywood's star-spangled delegation on Thursday. He also made it clear that the government would not give permission for an increase in ticket prices, benefit and special shows for new film releases. He, however, assured that the government will extend all support the film industry needs for its growth.

Another key takeaway from the meeting was the constitution of a Cabinet sub-committee to resolve the problems of the film industry. The chief minister also suggested that the filmmakers constitute a committee among themselves.

The meeting took place against the backdrop of the death of a woman and serious injuries to her son in a stampede that took place during the premiere of Pusha-2 at Sandhya Theatre in the city on December 4.

During the course of the meeting, Revanth Reddy, without referring to the stampede, however made it clear that celebrities should control their fans and that the government will not compromise on the maintenance of the law and order.

Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkatareddy and Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka were with the chief minister.