Last Updated: August 16, 2024, 19:42 ISTProf Kumar emphasised that the festival aims to reconnect the younger generation with the cultural values. (Representational Image)Prof Prashant Kumar, Head of Film Dimension at Meerut Province, detailed the event in a recent discussion.The Navdha Film Festival, organised by the Deendayal Kamdhenu Gaushala Samiti at Farah in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura district, is offering a significant opportunity for short film enthusiasts to showcase their work and win substantial prizes. Participants are invited to submit short films centered around various themes related to the sacred cow.Prof Prashant Kumar, Head of Film Dimension at Meerut Province, detailed the event in a recent discussion. The festival will feature seven specific themes for film entries:The Suffering of the CowThe Village and the CowThe Cow as a Symbol of FaithThe Cow as a Lead of the EconomyThe Cow as an Introduction to ProsperityThe Importance of the Cow Since Ancient TimesThe Importance of the Cow in Indian CultureInterested youth can submit their films by registering online at [email protected]. The deadline for entries is January 1.Prize Details:First Prize: Rs 51,000Second Prize: Rs 11,000Third Prize: Rs 5,100Consolation Prize: Rs 1,000Prof Kumar emphasised that the festival aims to reconnect the younger generation with the cultural values through these cinematic expressions.The Vishwa Samvad Kendra Braj Province will serve as the event’s coordinator. Additionally, the Meerut Film Society, led by President Manoj Kumar Srivastava and General Secretary Amrish Pathak, will support the festival. The society is actively promoting the event through posters in educational institutions to encourage maximum participation from the Meerut region.