Close Menu
  • Home
  • About
  • News
  • Awards
  • Media & Press
  • Video Podcasts
  • Magazines
  • Events
  • Contact
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
Gazet International – Global Magazine
AWARD NOMINATION
  • Home
  • About
  • News
  • Awards
  • Media & Press
  • Video Podcasts
  • Magazines
  • Events
  • Contact
You are at:Home » IPRS Brings Together Global and Indian Voices for a Landmark IP Dialogue with World Intellectual Property Organization​
Press Release

IPRS Brings Together Global and Indian Voices for a Landmark IP Dialogue with World Intellectual Property Organization​

Gazet InternationalBy Gazet InternationalApril 15, 20255 Mins Read
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

In a landmark moment for India’s entertainment and creative industry, the Indian Performing Right Society Ltd. (IPRS) hosted an exclusive closed-door roundtable in Mumbai with Ms. Sylvie Forbin, Deputy Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), during her first official visit to India. The high-level gathering convened prominent voices from India’s music and entertainment industry, including lyricists, composers, screenwriters, music labels, publishers, legal experts, industry bodies and policymakers, to deliberate on the far-reaching role of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in safeguarding creativity, driving innovation, and shaping future frameworks in the age of AI and digital transformation.

https://www.newsvoir.com/images/article/image1/31705_iprs_image.jpeg

Mr. Javed Akhtar and Ms. Sylvie Forbin join a landmark IP dialogue in Mumbai by IPRS and WIPO, uniting global and Indian voices to support creators’ rights and IP awareness

The session, chaired by legendary lyricist, poet, author and IPRS Chairman Mr. Javed Akhtar, served as a strategic platform for dialogue on the global and national relevance of IP rights. It underscored the need for stronger IP ecosystems that not only protect rights but also foster a sustainable creative economy.

“The music industry has always been at the forefront of technological breakthrough. The music community has always shown resilience to overcome the challenges brought as well by technological advances. They have adapted in the best way by showing a strong alliance between them. I am impressed by India’s knowledge and assessment of what would be needed when it comes to the AI revolution and happy to go along with Indian creators to foster regulatory, business, and technological solutions to engage in this new era with the necessary tools and safeguards. Long life to Indian music!,” Sylvie Forbin, Deputy Director General, WIPO.

“This roundtable was not just about rights and royalties. It was about the recognition that creators are the backbone of every cultural narrative. Through this dialogue with WIPO, we aimed to elevate the discourse on fair pay, copyright enforcement, and future-ready frameworks-especially considering AI and digital transformation. IPRS remains committed to ensuring that every voice behind the music is heard, respected, and rewarded,” Mr. Javed Akhtar, Chairman, IPRS.

“Thanks to Javed Akhtar sahab and IPRS for holding this roundtable meeting with Ms. Sylvie Forbin, Deputy Director General, WIPO. Having WIPO at the table added immense value, bringing international expertise and highlighting collaborative efforts to strengthen IP frameworks across nations. SWA and SRAI as representatives of screenwriters and lyricists strive for the rights of the creators and it is good to see all the stakeholders coming together to discuss the betterment of creators and protection of Intellectual Property,” Zaman Habib, General Secretary, Screenwriters Association.

“Our heartfelt thanks to IPRS for organising an exclusive roundtable meeting in Mumbai, participated by personalities across India’s music and entertainment industry with Ms. Sylvie Forbin. It was a great opportunity to listen to her and express our thoughts.We truly appreciate the initiative by the one and only IPRS in supporting Indias rapidly evolving entertainment and music landscape,” Sridhar J Swaminathan, Secretary, SIMCA.

Notable participants included Mr. Rakesh Nigam -CEO of Indian Performing Right Society Ltd.; Blaise Fernandes -President & CEO, Indian Music Industry; Zaman Habib- General Secretary, Screenwriters Association; Sridhar J Swaminathan -Secretary, SIMCA; Sanjay Tandon -CEO, ISAMRA, Atul Churamani -Founder and MD of Turnkey Music & Publishing Pvt. Ltd; Dinraj Shetty -MD Sony Music Publishing, Vipin Mishra -MCAI, Ameet Datta- Founder of ADP Law; Salim Merchant -Singer & Director, Kausar Munir -Lyricist & Poet, Sneha Khanwalkar -Music Composer, Vishal Dadlani -Singer & Music Composer, Lohita Sujith – MPA, Vinod Ranganathan, CEO SRAI, and many others.

Key Takeaways from the Roundtable:

  • IP as a Growth Enabler: Strengthening IP frameworks is essential for fostering innovation and supporting India’s growing creative industries.

  • Global-Local Synergy: Engagement with WIPO highlighted the importance of international collaboration and knowledge exchange.

  • Preparing for the AI Era: A strong focus on evolving digital rights, metadata management, and ethical guidelines to navigate emerging technologies.

  • Institutional Strengthening: The need for proactive government support, legal clarity, and empowered CMOs (Collective Management Organizations) to enforce rights.

  • Building a Unified Voice: The event marked a milestone in uniting diverse voices to drive long-term impact on India’s cultural and economic growth.

  • Elevating the Role of Creators in Policy-Making: Formal inclusion of creators in national IP and digital policy formulation was strongly advocated.

  • Copyright Education & Awareness: Emphasis on educating both creators and consumers on IP rights to reduce misuse and promote informed practices.

  • Strengthening Collective Management Organisations (CMOs): Modernisation and transparency of CMOs were recognized as pivotal for trust and efficiency.

  • Data and Metadata Integrity: The need for robust crediting systems through better metadata was highlighted to ensure fair attribution and royalties.

  • Cultural Exchange and International Cooperation: The role of WIPO in encouraging global partnerships was applauded, with a call for more international dialogue.

  • Youth and Innovation: Recognising the contribution of young creators and startups in redefining the future of creative economies.

​ 

Share. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
Previous ArticleData Safeguard Launches ID-PRIVACY, India’s First and Only Comprehensive Privacy Management Suite​
Next Article HUDDS Strategic Solutions Makes History as First Indian Political Consultancy to Win at REED Awards​

Related Posts

Yango Group Expands ‘Points’ Loyalty Program to Abu Dhabi with Valuable Rewards for Rides

May 29, 2025

Intersec Saudi Arabia Returns with Record Exhibition Space Showcasing the Innovations Securing the Kingdom’s Future

May 29, 2025

Vidyut Jammwal Joins the Spykar Movement with the Launch of Chico Fit the Most Desirable Denim Fit Yet​

May 29, 2025
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • LinkedIn
Don't Miss

Airlines are facing significant challenges as tariff disputes fuel global economic uncertainty.

Low oil prices are set to keep Kuwait’s fiscal deficit elevated through 2028.

Abu Dhabi-listed Investcorp Capital is divesting its US real estate portfolio.

UniCredit has doubled its holding in Greece’s Alpha Bank, a new development in its ongoing M&A strategy

Recent Posts
  • Airlines are facing significant challenges as tariff disputes fuel global economic uncertainty.
  • Low oil prices are set to keep Kuwait’s fiscal deficit elevated through 2028.
  • Abu Dhabi-listed Investcorp Capital is divesting its US real estate portfolio.
  • UniCredit has doubled its holding in Greece’s Alpha Bank, a new development in its ongoing M&A strategy
  • Indonesian banks are successfully leveraging their IT spending to gain advantages.
Recent Comments
    Archives
    • May 2025
    • April 2025
    • March 2025
    • February 2025
    • January 2025
    • December 2024
    • November 2024
    • October 2024
    • September 2024
    • August 2024
    • July 2024
    • June 2024
    • May 2024
    • April 2024
    • March 2024
    • February 2024
    • January 2024
    • October 2023
    • September 2023
    • January 2021
    Categories
    • Banking
    • Blog
    • Business
    • Corporate
    • Editor's Column
    • Events
    • Executive Spotlight
    • Finance and Investing
    • Lifestyle
    • magazine
    • podcast
    • Press Release
    • Technology
    • World
    Meta
    • Log in
    • Entries feed
    • Comments feed
    • WordPress.org
    About

    GAZET INTERNATIONAL


    Gazet International Magazine is a global entity that works towards providing latest information and news updates of the world. It entraps latest stories in banking, finance, lifestyle and various beats of the world. We engage in recognizing and rewarding the global organizations for their achievements in various fields and deliver justice to the nominees with valued identification and recognition of companies that indulge in the Gazet Award Ceremony.

    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube LinkedIn
    Categories
    • Banking
    • Blog
    • Business
    • Corporate
    • Editor's Column
    • Events
    • Executive Spotlight
    • Finance and Investing
    • Lifestyle
    • magazine
    • podcast
    • Press Release
    • Technology
    • World
    Latest posts
    Business

    Airlines are facing significant challenges as tariff disputes fuel global economic uncertainty.

    May 30, 2025
    Business

    Low oil prices are set to keep Kuwait’s fiscal deficit elevated through 2028.

    May 30, 2025
    Business

    Abu Dhabi-listed Investcorp Capital is divesting its US real estate portfolio.

    May 30, 2025
    Finance and Investing

    UniCredit has doubled its holding in Greece’s Alpha Bank, a new development in its ongoing M&A strategy

    May 30, 2025
    1 2 3 … 773 Next
    Official Partner

    7ITS NEWS

    Copyright © 2025. Gazet International

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.