New Delhi, Sep 23 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu today presented the 71st National Film Awards in various categories and emphasised that cinema is not just an industry; it is also a powerful medium for raising awareness in society and nation and making citizens more sensitive.

She said that popularity may be a good thing for a film, but being in the public interest, especially for the younger generation, is even better, an official statement said.

She urged all those associated with the film industry to make efforts to ensure that Indian films get greater acceptance, their popularity increases and they get recognition at the global level.

President Murmu also conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2023 on the iconic Malyalam actor Mohanlal.

The President while congratulat

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