If you love animation, VFX, gaming, or anything creative powered by technology, there’s some really good news coming out of Maharashtra.
The Maharashtra government has announced a ₹3,268 crore policy for Animation, Gaming, VFX and XR — and this isn’t just another government announcement. This one can genuinely change how India’s creative industry grows in the coming years.
In simple words: Maharashtra wants to become a global hub for animation, VFX, gaming, and immersive media.
For years, animation and VFX have been treated like side industries. Big movies, OTT shows, games, and ads depended on them, but the ecosystem didn’t always get the support it deserved.
This new policy finally changes that.
The government is officially recognizing AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics & Extended Reality) as a serious industry—one that can create jobs, attract global investment, and put India on the world map.
And the numbers are big:
Instead of just talking, the policy focuses on building real infrastructure for creators.
The plan includes setting up special animation and VFX parks in cities like:
These parks will have facilities such as:
This means creators won’t need to look outside India for world-class facilities.
The policy also makes life easier for studios and startups by offering:
There is also a startup and innovation fund to help young creators build original IPs, games, and digital content.
This is where things get really exciting.
For students dreaming of careers in:
This policy means:
When the industry grows, training institutes and skill programs grow too—directly benefiting students.
Maharashtra already has a strong foundation:
This policy builds on what already exists and upgrades it to global standards.
Maharashtra’s ₹3,268 crore Animation, Gaming and VFX policy is a strong signal that India’s creative future is being taken seriously.
For students, artists, studios, and dreamers—this is the right time to invest in skills, learning, and creativity.
Because the next big cinematic world, game universe, or immersive experience might just be built right here.