New Information Policy

New Delhi December 11:Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting M. Venkaiah Naidu here on Saturday said that The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will formulate a National Information and Communication Policy 'to address the communication needs of the people, challenges and the paradigm shift taking place across media space.'

Mr. Naidu stated that the broad objectives should be to enhance access to information and communication infrastructures and new technologies, especially in rural areas, to promote a national dialogue on development issues by all citizens and facilitate informed participation of people in setting development agenda and its execution, preserve national cultural identity and enhance the development of cultural and artistic capabilities and institutions.'

Venkaiah Naidu also reveals that a cash prize of Rs. 1-crore for the most film-friendly State to encourage 'ease of film shooting'.