Government Schemes and Policy · 7 August 2026

Ministry of Tourism Launches 'As Seen on Netflix' on Incredible India Portal to Boost Screen Tourism

Exam-focused facts from the 7 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • The Ministry of Tourism partnered with Netflix to launch a dedicated 'As Seen on Netflix' section on the Incredible India portal.
  • The initiative was launched by Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in New Delhi.
  • The feature enables visitors to explore real-life locations, traditions and experiences showcased in Netflix India's productions.
  • It highlights destinations spanning heritage monuments, festivals, wildlife, landscapes and cultural experiences.
  • The launch coincided with an event commemorating ten years of Netflix in India, and a destination film on wildlife tourism was also unveiled.