Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi today said that Short films in India conveying awareness and strong message have played an important role during the Corona pandemic.   <br />''  <br />'' Addressing International Corona Virus Short Film Festival in New Delhi, Mr  Naqvi said, the government, society, cinema and media in India have played a commendable role with courage, commitment and caution during the Corona pandemic. <br />''  <br />'' Mr Naqvi said that due to the pandemic, shooting of films had largely been postponed for a long time. <br />''  <br />'' He said, during this crisis, short films not only entertained the people but also made the people aware of Corona challenge. <br />''  <br />'' Mr Naqvi said that the history is a witness to the fact that whenever there is a crisis in the country, the government, society, cinema and media all have together performed their respective responsibilities with complete honesty in national interest and human welfare.<br />''  <br />'' The minister said, in the Corona pandemic, every section has been witnessing drastic change in the work culture and lifestyle.<br />''  <br />'' Renowned film personalities, diplomats from various countries, journalists, intellectuals and other dignitaries were present on the occasion. <br />''  <br />'' More than 2800 films from 108 countries are participating in International Corona Virus Short Film Festival. <br />''  <br />'' These short films are based on cure, safety measure and lives during the Corona pandemic.<br />''  <br />