IFFK aspires to become world's best: KSCA chief Prem Kumar
The New Indian Express Thiruvananthapuram|December 17, 2024
KERALA State Chalachitra Academy (KSCA) chairman Prem Kumar said the ultimate goal of IFFK is to become the best film festival in the world.
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IFFK aspires to become world's best: KSCA chief Prem Kumar

He was speaking at the inauguration of a stall set up by the District Suchitwa Mission as part of the Clean Kerala people's campaign at Tagore Theatre.

Prem Kumar, who is also director of the International Film Festival of Kerala, emphasised the importance of maintaining cleanliness in and around the festival venues and adhering to the green protocol.

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