Information and Broadcasting Ministry has created a new category of National Film award for state government that proves friendliest in granting permissions to movie makers.<br/><br/>The ministry has also decided to alter the country's Film Festival calendar to avoid clash of dates between two of its prestigious events – the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and the International Children's Film Festival.<br/><br/>Speaking to PTI, a senior I&B official said the ministry wants to encourage a friendlier regime for filmmakers and also promote India as a global shooting destination. <br/><br/>The special National Award will be given to the best performing state government at the National Film Awards, which are conferred in May every year, the official said.