The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) have joined hands with Netflix India in a landmark partnership aimed at nurturing India’s AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics & Extended Reality) talent. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in the presence of Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, at the 25th edition of FICCI Frames.
Jaju stated that India’s media and entertainment sector stands on the cusp of a global breakthrough powered by imagination, technology, and youthful energy. Calling upon industry to innovate fearlessly and tell stories that uplift, investors to believe in the promise of Indian creativity, and artists to continue shaping the nation’s cultural narrative with courage and conscience, the secretary urged the sector to work collectively towards a sustainable and inclusive creative future.
The collaboration will leverage IICT’s academic and research capabilities, FICCI’s extensive industry network, and Netflix’s creative expertise to build the next generation of creative technology professionals in India, a statement from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said.
As part of this initiative, IICT will develop industry-driven curricula, while students will benefit from workshops, masterclasses, and guest lectures by leading professionals. The partnership will also provide scholarships to select students through the Netflix Fund for Creative Equity, supporting underrepresented talent in the media and entertainment sector. Additionally, Netflix will participate in IICT’s national councils, R&D Council, Academic Council, and Industry Development Council, offering strategic guidance to strengthen India’s AVGC-XR ecosystem.
Dr. Vishwas Deoskar, CEO of IICT, said, “This collaboration bridges academia and industry, giving students hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to global best practices.”