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AP cine exhibitors seek bailout package, meet minister in Amaravati
Representatives of the Andhra Pradesh State Cine Exhibitors’ Association met Minister for Tourism and Cinematography Kandula Durgesh at the Secretariat in Amaravati on May 5, 2026, to highlight the financial crisis facing single-screen theatres and submitted a memorandum with revival demands.
Why It Matters
The meeting signals potential government consideration of financial relief for cinemas, which could affect livelihoods and the cultural sector in Andhra Pradesh.
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Exhibitors meet minister to seek bailout for single-screen theatres
May 5, 2026
Representatives of the Andhra Pradesh State Cine Exhibitors’ Association met Minister for Tourism and Cinematography Kandula Durgesh at the Secretariat in Amaravati to highlight the severe financial crisis faced by single-screen theatres in the State. They submitted a memorandum outlining key demands for the revival and survival of theatres.