Leadership & vision
Mr. J. D. Verma
A visionary behind Shri Ram Film City, Ayodhya
“Leadership is about turning dreams into reality.”
Guided by this belief, Mr. J. D. Verma has dedicated his life to shaping new ideas and presenting India's cultural values to a global audience. As Managing Director, he has laid the foundation for the ambitious Shri Ram Film City project. Proposed in Ayodhya, the project draws inspiration from India's cultural and spiritual heritage. His vision brings together cultural storytelling, creative opportunity, and a respect for tradition. Shri Ram Film City is conceived as a place where these ideas can take shape through cinema and modern technology. His work spans real estate, media, finance, and community organizations. The associations outlined below reflect this broad journey and his interest in connecting enterprise with cultural and social aspirations.
His values
Connecting Heritage with the Future
Mr. J. D. Verma brings composure, dedication, and foresight to his work. He believes that modern technology has an essential role in sharing India's culture and heritage with the world.
This outlook connects the stories and traditions of earlier generations with contemporary ways of creating and communicating. The aim is to keep heritage relevant and accessible as new audiences discover it.
“Let us bring the heritage of our ancestors together with innovation and technology, making it a source of inspiration for generations to come.”
Looking ahead
A Cultural Vision
Shri Ram Film City is envisioned as both a filmmaking destination and a cultural movement. His objectives include:
- Establish Ayodhya as a film and cultural capital of India
- Create employment and creative opportunities for thousands of young people
- Share Indian traditions, the Ramayana, and cultural history with the world in new forms
Experience & associations
His Journey
A glimpse of his contributions across different organizations and sectors. From community initiatives and newspaper publishing to property development and financial services, these roles trace the range of his professional associations.
Yashoda Mahila Kalyaan Samiti, Lucknow
2001Owner
Raftar Real Estate Pvt. Ltd.
2005Managing Director
Hindi Dainik Lucknow Ki Raftar
2008Editor
Nishpaksh Dainik Raftar
2008Editor
Raftar Security Services
2010President
International Press Council
Senior Vice President
Raftar Builders Pvt. Ltd., Lucknow
Director
Raftar Nidhi Pvt. Ltd., Lucknow
Director
Raftar Investment Pvt. Ltd., Lucknow
Director
Raftar Industries Ltd., Lucknow
Associated with
Dev Bhoomi Trust, Lucknow
Trustee
Raftar Housing Finance Ltd., Lucknow
Director
