Established in 1927, FICCI is the largest and oldest apex business organisation in India. Its history is closely interwoven with India's struggle for independence and its subsequent emergence as one of the most rapidly growing economies globally. FICCI plays a leading role in policy debates that are at the forefront of social, economic and political change.
Through its 400 professionals, FICCI is active in 38 sectors of the economy. FICCI's stand on policy issues is sought out by think tanks, governments and academia. Its publications are widely read for their in-depth research and policy prescriptions. FICCI has joint business councils with 79 countries around the world.
A non-government, not-for-profit organisation, FICCI is the voice of India's business and industry. It works closely with the government on policy issues, enhancing efficiency, competitiveness and expanding business opportunities for industry through a range of specialised services and global linkages. Partnerships with countries across the world carry forward our initiatives in inclusive development, which encompass health, education, livelihood, governance, skill development, etc. For more details about FICCI please visit www.ficci.com FICCI Entertainment Division works extensively with the entertainment industry, interfaces with the government, publishes studiesand explores the variouscommercial nuances of this vibrant sector.
Under the chairmanship of Mr Yash Chopra, Chairman, YRF, and co-chairmanship of Mr Karan Johar, CEO, Dharma Productions, works closely with the Ministry for Information and Broadcasting to bring about policy changes.
Best Animated FRAMES Awards 2010 (BAF)
About BAF The first ever Animation Awards in India - the FICCI Best Animated Frames [BAF] Awards was instituted in 2004 by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry [FICCI] to recognize excellence in the field of Animation. Through the years, FICCI BAF Awards has grown steadily to encompass award categories not only in Animation but also in the VFX and Gaming fields. Its reach goes beyond the borders of the country and the contest invariably attracts a large number of entries from outside India. In fact, for the last BAF Awards held in February 2009, FICCI received 580 entries from across 21 countries.
The BAF Awards also honour legendary personalities for their outstanding contribution to the Industry. Past recipients of these awards were stalwarts like Ram Mohan, Chairman, Graphiti, popularly known as "Father of Indian Animation", Joan Vogelesang, CEO & President Toon Boom Animation, Tapaas Chakravarti, Chairman and CEO, DQ Entertainment and Margaret Dean, Animation Producer, U.S.A among others/
The gala BAF Awards Ceremony is held during the FICCI FRAMES Festival - Asia's largest global convention on the business of entertainment. What makes the Awards night a rich experience is the presence of some of the best talent from the Animation, VFX and Gaming Industries, providing a great opportunity for like-minded professionals from across the world to connect with each other.
Efactor, Consultant and Auditor to the BAF Awards 2011 have been associated with the Awards from its inception in 2004.
Entries are now open for the 2011 FICCI BAF Awards for the Animation, Gaming & VFX categories.
For enquiries & submissions, please contact:
Garima Singh Research Associate Entertainment Division- FICCI Federation House, 1Tansen Marg, New Delhi, Pin 110001 Tel: +91 11- 23766929 (D), Board line: +91 11 2738760-70 Extension: 386 Email: garima@ficci.com
For submissions in: Mumbai
Mansi Bansal Assistant Director FICCI Entertainment Division-FICCI 33-B, Krishnamai Building, Pochkhanawala Road, Worli, Mumbai - 400030 Tel- 022-24968000 Email: mansi.bansal@ficci.com
