Indian Performing Right Society Ltd. and TaFMA sign MoU with shared vision of empowering artistes

• Through this collaboration, Abdon Mech from Nagaland will represent India at the Artisjus Songbook Camp 2025 in Budapest

(From L-R) Theja Meru, Abu Metha, Rakesh Nigam and Rumpa Banerjee pose for a photograph after the signing of MoU.

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• DIMAPUR — 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 artistes from Nagaland.
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• An update from TaFMA issued on Saturday informed that the MoU exchange was graced by Abu Metha, Advisor to the Chief Minister of Nagaland and Chairman, IDAN; Theja Meru, Chairman, TaFMA; and Rakesh Nigam, CEO, IPRS. Rumpa Banerjee, Head-Marketing, Communication & Member Relations, IPRS was also present during the launching programme.
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• ‘The MoU focuses on educating artistes 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 artiste community in Nagaland,’ the update informed.
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• Abu Metha while sharing his thoughts on the initiative said, "Happy to launch a Joint Workshop between the Indian Performing Right Society Ltd. (IPRS) and TaFMA Nagaland for musicians and artists. The workshop will empower our music and arts fraternity not only to enhance incomes and benefits but ensure protection of their rights. Exchanged MoU between TaFMA and IPRS to work and collaborate together for the protection and promotions of artists and musicians. Sincere appreciation to Mr. Rakesh Nigam, CEO IPRS and Ms. Rumpa Banerjee, Head - Marketing, Communication & Member Relations for making the journey to Nagaland and partnering with us. Well done TaFMA for constantly working for the youth, especially the music and arts fraternity."
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• “I am grateful to IPRS for their support and partnership to further educate and develop the existing music ecosystem of Nagaland, and as they say, well begun is half done, I am confident that this relationship will grow and help all artistes senior and emerging in the days and years ahead.”, said Theja Meru.
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• While stating that Nagaland’s music community is a treasure trove of talent, Rakesh Nigam said, ‘this collaboration with TaFMA marks an important step toward empowering its creators. We believe this initiative will serve as a model for similar collaborations across the country, ultimately strengthening the foundation of India’s creative economy’.
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• Through the initiative, musician Abdon Mech from Nagaland will represent India at the Artisjus Songbook Camp 2025 in Budapest which is organised by Artisjus, the Hungarian Collective Management Organisation.
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• The update further informed that the 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.
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• This collaboration marks a milestone for Nagaland’s music landscape, showcasing the state’s immense talent on global platforms while ensuring artistes at home are protected, supported, and celebrated.
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• IPRS and TaFMA’s shared commitment is shaping a stronger, more secure future for music and musicians in Nagaland.