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PM Modi Meets IGNCA Trustees to Boost India's Cultural Outreach

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with trustees of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) to discuss strategies for popularising India's diverse culture. The discussions focused on strengthening outreach through digital and grassroots initiatives and supporting artists and scholars. The meeting was part of the IGNCA's 39th Foundation Day celebrations, which included a book release and a grand photo exhibition showcasing achievements of the past decade. The celebrations, which will continue until March 21, were described as an inspiring initiative to connect youth with culture.

Key Points: PM Modi Discusses Popularising Indian Culture with IGNCA

  • Discussed popularising India's diverse culture
  • Explored digital & grassroots outreach initiatives
  • Aimed to support artists and scholars
  • Celebrated IGNCA's 39th Foundation Day
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PM Modi discusses popularising Indian culture with IGNCA trustees

PM Modi met IGNCA trustees to discuss digital & grassroots initiatives for promoting India's diverse cultural heritage and supporting artists.

"Culture is no longer elite. It is everyone's. - IGNCA"

New Delhi, March 19

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met with the trustees of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts and discussed popularising India's diverse culture as part of its 39th Foundation Day celebrations.

In an X post, PM Modi said, "Met Trustees of IGNCA and discussed various aspects relating to further popularising India's diverse culture. We also explored ways to bring more people into this journey, strengthen outreach through digital and grassroots initiatives and support artists and scholars in preserving and promoting our rich heritage."

IGNCA is an autonomous trust under the Ministry of Culture.

According to an X post by the IGNCA, PM Modi appreciated its journey of cultural democratisation and civilizational outreach across the country.

"A proud milestone in India's cultural reassertion. Culture is no longer elite. It is everyone's. Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi today met Trustees of Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, appreciating its journey as a model of cultural democratisation and civilizational outreach across Bharat," IGNCA posted.

A book release and discussion event for Kalatattvakosa (Volume VIII) was also organised by the trust as part of the Foundation Day celebrations.

"The spirit of knowledge and culture came alive at the book release and discussion of Kalatattvakosa (Volume VIII), organised by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, Kalakosha Division, as part of its 39th Foundation Day celebrations. An engaging session that celebrated India's rich artistic vocabulary, intellectual traditions, and timeless cultural heritage," the trust wrote on X.

A grand photo exhibition showcasing the achievements of the past 10 years and other exhibitions were also inaugurated on the occasion.

"A confluence of new energy, new vision, and rich heritage! On the occasion of the 39th Foundation Day of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, a grand photo exhibition showcasing the achievements of the past 10 years and other exhibitions were inaugurated. On this special occasion, the Centre's Chairman Ram Bahadur Rai, Member Secretary Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi, and other members of the Trust were present. This event is not only a celebration of past achievements but also an inspiring initiative to connect the youth with culture," another X post read.

The 39th Foundation Day celebrations will go on till March 21.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see the PM taking interest. But I hope this isn't just talk. We need real funding and support for local artists and scholars, not just grand exhibitions in Delhi. The grassroots part is key.
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Arjun K
The Kalatattvakosa series is a treasure! Preserving our shastras and intellectual traditions is as crucial as promoting dance and music. Glad to see this getting attention. More power to IGNCA.
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Sarah B
As someone living abroad, I appreciate the digital initiatives. It would be great to have more virtual tours, online archives, and documentaries about India's diverse heritage that we can access from anywhere.
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Vikram M
Culture is indeed for everyone. We must ensure this outreach includes all regions and languages equally, not just focusing on a few. The North-East, tribal arts, folk traditions all need a platform.
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Kavya N
The photo exhibition of the last 10 years sounds interesting. Hope it travels to other cities! Connecting youth with culture is the need of the hour. Well done. 🙏

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