Jaipur: The Rajasthan government on Wednesday declared that the film ‘The Sabarmati Report’, based on the Godhra incident, will be tax-free in the state.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma took to social media platform
Our government has taken a meaningful decision to make the film “The Sabarmati Report” tax-free in Rajasthan.
This film realistically depicts that horrific period of history, which some selfish elements made a malicious attempt to distort to fulfill their vested interests. This… — Bhajanlal Sharma (@BhajanlalBjp) November 20, 2024
After Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the film, the Bhajan Lal government made it tax-free in the state.
CM Sharma posted: “Our government has taken a meaningful decision to make the film ‘The Sabarmati Report’ tax-free in Rajasthan. This film depicts that horrific period of history, which some selfish elements tried to distort for their vested interests.”
He said that the film not only showcases the reality of the then system “in an impressive manner”, but also refutes the “misleading and false narratives propagated at that time”.
“This film is also a must-watch. Only a deep analytical study of the past can help us understand the present and provide guidance for the future,” his post read.
PM Modi had shared a user’s post on ‘The Sabarmati Report’ on last for a short time, but the facts will eventually come to light.”
Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri heaped praises on the Vikrant Massey-starrer ‘The Sabarmati Report’.
After attending a special screening of ‘The Sabarmati Report’, he posted on the most shocking massacre of Ram Bhakts traveling in Sabarmati Express at Godhra station. For those who value truth, take pride in their identity and stand for justice this movie is a must-see.”
Rajasthan has become the fourth BJP-ruled state to declare the movie tax-free after Haryana, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.