PM Narendra Modi announces World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit

India will host the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) for the first time in February 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country's entertainment sector.

The summit, set to be held from February 5 to 9, will bring together media and entertainment leaders, as well as creative minds from across the globe, to discuss collaboration, innovation, and India’s growing influence in global content creation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared the exciting news during his monthly radio address, Mann Ki Baat, on Sunday, describing the summit as a pivotal step in positioning India as a global hub for creative and content industries.

PM Modi emphasized the importance of the WAVES Summit in India's broader economic context, noting that it aligns with the country’s ambition to become a five trillion dollar economy.

The Prime Minister acknowledged the role of India’s youth in shaping the future of creative industries.

He encouraged young creators and professionals from all areas of the media and entertainment sector whether in Bollywood, regional cinema, animation, gaming, or entertainment technology to participate in the summit and share their ideas and innovations with the world.