Delhi CM inaugurates international film festival, stresses cultural growth

NEW DELHI: (Mar 26) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday inaugurated the International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026 and said the initiative will help position the national capital as a global hub for cinema and culture.

The week-long festival, to be held from March 25 to 31, will showcase more than 125 Indian and international films and host a series of masterclasses, panel discussions and cultural events involving leading names from the film industry, an official statement said.

Addressing the gathering at Bharat Mandapam, Gupta described the event as a significant step in strengthening Delhi's identity on the global cinematic platform.