Maharashtra allows ad film shoots for free on government land

The filming of advertisements, movies and documentaries will incur no charges, with producers required to follow a streamlined single-window clearance process.

The Maharashtra government has announced that advertisements can be shot on government-owned land at no charge. 

In a government resolution (GR) issued on Saturday, the government expressed that this decision would convey a positive message, indicating the state's support for film production.

It said that the filming of advertisements, movies and documentaries will incur no charges, with producers required to follow a streamlined single-window clearance process.

According to the GR, a security deposit of Rs 40,000 is required for advertisements, Rs 1 lakh for TV serials, and Rs 2.5 lakh for films.