Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the International Film Festival of India, IFFI, promotes an invigorating synergy between delegates from different nations and societies, united by cinema. Describing the IFFI as the biggest film festival of the country, he expressed confidence that the interactions within this mini-world congregating at Goa will facilitate deeper understanding and new learnings in the world of art.<br />”<br />”In his message, Mr Modi observed that the IFFI and Indian cinema have carved out a niche for themselves on the global stage. He said, films in different Indian languages are reaching out to a larger international audience and are being increasingly appreciated across the world. The Prime Minister has also shared his thoughts on the role of cinema in reflecting as well as shaping social dynamics. He said, for over a century now, cinema has captured the imagination of people the world over.<br />”<br />”Mr Modi also spoke about the narrative power of films in bringing about social transformation and the art of storytelling in Indian languages. He said, films have a unique ability to transcend barriers and establish an emotional connection with the audience.<br />”<br />”The Prime Minister said, movies entertain, educate or even inspire people through their powerful storytelling and their efficacy in becoming a vehicle of social transformation is truly unparalleled. He said, the history and art of storytelling in various Indian languages ranging from prose, poetry, music, dance, plays, and dramas to cinema, enables people to celebrate the vibrant socio-cultural of the country.<br />”<br />”The Prime Minister stated that Goa is the perfect venue for the festival and that it will inspire festival delegates to come up with new ideas to enable cinema to reach an ever-expanding audience. He expressed confidence that Goa will spur the creative imagination of the participants, inspiring them to come up with new ideas to help cinema expand its outreach to an ever-growing audience. Mr Modi wished the 53rd edition of IFFI to be a resounding success.&nbsp;<br />”<br />