Chandigarh to Build New Auditorium at Kalagram for Cultural Exchange
Chandigarh to soon get a new auditorium at Kalagram
Hindustan Times
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The North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC) has approved a new auditorium at Kalagram in Chandigarh, with a project cost of ₹14 crore (approximately $1.7 million USD). The UT administration will contribute ₹5.6 crore (around $675,000 USD), while the NZCC will cover the rest. This initiative aims to enhance cultural exchange among northern Indian states.
- 01The new auditorium at Kalagram will cost ₹14 crore (about $1.7 million USD).
- 02The UT administration will fund 40% of the project, amounting to ₹5.6 crore (approximately $675,000 USD).
- 03Annual awards for folk and young artists will be established, with a total prize money of ₹12 lakh (roughly $14,500 USD).
- 04The meeting emphasized the importance of cultural exchange and nurturing young talent.
- 05Plans for festivals showcasing diverse cultural heritages across northern states were discussed.
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The North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC) has approved the construction of a new auditorium at Kalagram in Chandigarh, as part of the Tagore cultural complex scheme. The project is estimated to cost ₹14 crore (approximately $1.7 million USD), with the Union Territory (UT) administration contributing ₹5.6 crore (around $675,000 USD). This initiative aims to promote cultural exchange among northern Indian states, with plans for festivals highlighting the cultures of Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, and Rajasthan. Additionally, the NZCC will establish annual awards for folk and young artists, totaling ₹12 lakh (roughly $14,500 USD), funded by the chairman's personal contribution. The meeting, chaired by Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, also addressed ongoing renovations and future projects, emphasizing the need to nurture young talent and preserve India's cultural heritage.
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The new auditorium and cultural initiatives will provide a platform for local artists and enhance cultural activities in Chandigarh, benefiting residents and artists alike.
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