Hamara Samvidhan
The Ministry of Culture has launched a year-long campaign titled 'Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Swabhiman' to commemorate 75 years of the Indian Constitution, celebrated on Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) on November 26, 2024. The campaign aims to enhance public awareness of the Constitution, highlight the efforts behind its creation,
Public Libraries
The Ministry of Culture has reported that library legislation has been enacted in 19 States/Union Territories in India, as per the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution. The Raja Rammohun Roy Library Foundation (RRRLF) provides financial assistance for public library development and supports the National Mission on Libraries (NML) Scheme,
Museum Grant Scheme
The Ministry of Culture has announced a Museum Grant Scheme that provides financial assistance for the establishment and development of museums, digitization of collections, and training of museum professionals. Proposals for funding must be submitted in a prescribed format along with relevant documents. The scheme has been operational since 2013-14,
Ministry of Culture
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has approved various projects under the Scheme for Promotion of Culture of Science (SPoCS), including the establishment of Science Centres, Innovation Hubs, and Digital Planetariums across multiple states. The report details the status of these projects, funding allocations, and ongoing initiatives, including a
Cultural Diversity
The Government of India, through the Ministry of Culture, has initiated various programs to promote and preserve the cultural diversity of the country. This includes the establishment of Zonal Cultural Centres (ZCCs), financial assistance schemes, awards, and events that celebrate regional arts, languages, and traditions. The Ministry also supports tribal
Syama Prasad Mookerjee
The Ministry of Culture has announced a two-year commemoration of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee's 125th birth anniversary, honoring his contributions to India's political, cultural, educational, and industrial landscape. The event featured speeches from various dignitaries, including Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who emphasized Mookerjee's
Samvidhan Hatya Diwas
On June 25, 2025, States and Union Territories in India commemorated Samvidhan Hatya Diwas, led by Chief Ministers and Governors. The observance aimed to honor those who resisted the Emergency, promote public discussions, and facilitate dialogue on democracy's fragility. The Ministry of Culture also launched the 'Long
International Day For Yoga
The 11th International Day For Yoga was celebrated at Purana Qila, New Delhi, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and the Archaeological Survey of India. The event featured the presence of MP Smt Bansuri Swaraj and ASI officials, along with a live telecast of Prime Minister Modi's
International Day of Yoga
The Ministry of Culture will celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21 by organizing yoga sessions at 100 iconic tourist destinations and 50 cultural sites across India. The main event will be held in Vishakhapatnam, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries. Minister of Culture,