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WAVES Summit 2025: YouTube announces new initiatives to accelerate growth for India's music artists
Updated On: 03 May, 2025 02:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The new initiatives include the launch of YouTube Music Nights, expansion of regional Music Charts, and continued support for independent artists through the upcoming Foundry Class of 2025

At the inaugural World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES), YouTube announced the launch of 'YouTube Music Nights' in India. Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: istock
At the ongoing WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai's BKC, YouTube has announced a suite of new initiatives to help propel Indian music artists not only within the country but around the world.
At the inaugural World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES), YouTube announced the launch of 'YouTube Music Nights' in India, which is set to be a series of specially curated live, in-person events designed to bring fans closer to Indian artists. The initiative successfully kicked off at WAVES, featuring dynamic collaborations such as The Dharavi Dream Project with Beatpella, and KING with Alan Walker, offering vibrant glimpse of the initiative.
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