In a significant step toward strengthening the music ecosystem in Nagaland, the Indian Performing Right Society Ltd. (IPRS) and the Task Force for Music and Arts (TaFMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a shared vision of empowering music creators and independent artists from the state of Nagaland.
The MoU exchange was graced by Mr. Abu Metha, Advisor to the Chief Minister of Nagaland & Chairman, IDAN; Mr. Theja Meru, Chairman, TaFMA; and Mr. Rakesh Nigam, CEO, IPRS. Also present was Ms. Rumpa Banerjee, Head – Marketing, Communication & Member Relations, IPRS.
The MOU focuses on educating artists about copyright, enhancing royalty collection mechanisms, and supporting the creative community through knowledge-sharing initiatives. It aligns with IPRS’s core mission of ensuring fair pay and fair play for music creators while creating new opportunities and fostering a more informed and rights-aware artist community in Nagaland.
Adding to the initiative, Nagaland’s Abdon Mech will represent India at the Artisjus Songbook Camp 2025 in Budapest. Organized by Artisjus, the Hungarian Collective Management Organization, this international song camp will bring together music creators from around the world, fostering collaboration and cultural exchange through the creation of original music, blending diverse influences and styles. This opportunity, made possible through the efforts of IPRS and TaFMA, reflects their shared commitment to nurturing creativity and opening global avenues for artists from the region.
This collaboration marks a milestone for Nagaland’s music landscape, showcasing the state’s immense talent on global platforms while ensuring artists at home are protected, supported, and celebrated. IPRS and TaFMA’s shared commitment is shaping a stronger, more secure future for music and musicians in Nagaland.
