O disha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today inaugurated the 10th edition of the Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop India – 2025 at the Odisha Crafts Museum (Kalabhoomi) in Bhubaneswar, underscoring the state’s commitment to safeguarding its rich cinematic heritage.

Veteran Hindi film actress Waheeda Rehman attended the event as a special guest, while Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan joined virtually to extend his support.

“Our Odia cinema is a symbol of our cultural legacy, intertwined with countless memories,” CM Majhi said in his inaugural address. “Initiatives like this workshop will ensure these memories remain alive, inspiring future generations.” He described the event as a timely step toward preserving Odisha’s film heritage, emphasising that film conservation is not

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