Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be attending and presiding over the inaugural World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) from May 1 to May 4, 2025, at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The historic occasion is to place India on the global map as a hub for media and entertainment, with top industry leaders and innovators from across the globe.
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Event Details: WAVES Summit will take place at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, with discussions on the latest developments in animation, gaming, visual effects, and digital advertising.
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Key Participants: The summit will bring together leading media CEOs, entertainment legends, and creative minds, including advisory board members such as Sundar Pichai (Google) and Satya Nadella (Microsoft).
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Focus Areas: The salient themes are media globalization, entertainment technology development, and changing dynamics of the sound and music industry.
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Economic Impact: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted that the summit will considerably contribute to the local economy by promoting collaboration and investment in the creative industry.
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Cultural Recognition: The summit will also recognize legendary personalities of Indian cinema on their centenary anniversaries, promoting India's rich cultural heritage in film-making.
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Earlier Announcements: PM Modi earlier announced the summit in his radio talk 'Mann Ki Baat' in December 2024, underscoring the significance of the summit to India's creative economy.
The WAVES Summit is likely to be a game-changing event in the global entertainment sector, positioning India's strengths in storytelling and creativity.
Sources: News18, Exchange4Media, Adda 24x7, The New Indian Express