Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Urges Film Industry to Fight Drug Menace

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy stressed the need for the Telugu film industry to raise awareness on drug and cybercrime issues. He directed officials to make promotional videos mandatory for filmmakers seeking higher ticket prices, commending Chiranjeevi’s proactive stance. Reddy emphasized societal responsibility and effective departmental action against narcotics.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy emphasized the importance of the Telugu film industry taking an active role in combating drug abuse and cybercrime on Tuesday. Addressing film industry leaders, Reddy noted the discrepancy where filmmakers often seek government permission to raise ticket prices for big-budget films without contributing to social causes.

Reddy directed officials to mandate that filmmakers submit a one to two-minute video promoting awareness about drugs and cybercrime when applying for ticket price hikes. 'The video can be created using the same cast as the movie for which the hike is sought,' he stated. He praised megastar Chiranjeevi for already spearheading such efforts against narcotics.

This initiative comes as part of a broader strategy to engage influential figures in the fight against drug abuse. Reddy urged police commissioners to work closely with the film industry and requested cinema owners to screen these videos at no cost. 'Drugs are a societal problem, and it's essential for filmmakers to give back,' he said, highlighting the devastating impacts addiction can have on families. The government also pledged better promotional opportunities for officials dedicated to curbing drug crimes.

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