Govt Launches WAFX WAVES VFX Challenge

New Delhi: In a bid to promote the visual effects (VFX) ecosystem in India, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has launched the WAFX WAVES VFX Challenge, which will not only boost professional growth but also offer a chance to join a robust network of the country’s top VFX studios and mentors.

The initiative, in collaboration with ABAI- India’s leading AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics), is part of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit 2025 (WAVES).

It is also a part of the ‘Create in India’ challenge, aimed at nurturing local talent and promoting India as a one-stop destination for content creation.

“With India’s film and media industry witnessing unprecedented growth in Visual Effects, this national competition aims to prepare a generation of VFX professionals to meet industry demands and advance India's competitiveness and prowess on the global stage,” the ministry said.