Parwinder SandhuKevadia, Sept. 22 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday highlighted the role of cinema in strengthening India's cultural unity, saying films transcend linguistic, regional and cultural boundaries and allow audiences to experience the diverse stories, traditions and human experiences that make up the country.

Addressing the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat, where she presented the awards for outstanding achievements in Indian cinema for 2024, the President congratulated the winners and the entire film fraternity for their contribution to the country's cinematic heritage.

The ceremony saw 'Article 370' receive the Best Feature Film award, while Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor in ...