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Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) was established in 1987 as an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Culture, as a centre for research, academic pursuit and dissemination in the field of the arts. The Arts' encompass a wide range of subjects - from archaeology and anthropology to the visual and performing arts, enveloping them in a complementary and non-demarcated vision.

In its functioning, the IGNCA has met its mandate and continues to work in this direction. IGNCA has six functional units – Kala Nidhi, the multi-form library; Kala Kosa, devoted mainly to the study and publication of fundamental texts in Indian languages; Janapada Sampada, engaged in lifestyle studies; Kaladarsana, the executive unit which transforms researches and studies emanating from IGNCA into visible forms through exhibitions; Cultural Informatics Lab, which applies technology tools for cultural preservation and propagation; and Sutradhara, the administrative section that acts as a spine supporting and coordinating all the activities.

02/09/2026

Join the Team at Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts Regional Centre, Puducherry

Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is inviting qualified candidates for a Walk-In Interview for the following positions:

🔹 Private Secretary to Regional Director

🔹 Accounts Officer / Project Assistant (Accounts)

Date : 15, 16 September 2026, 9:30 AM

Location: IGNCA Regional Centre, Arts & Craft Village, Murungapakkam, Puducherry

🌐 More Details: https://ignca.gov.in/recruitments/

Don't miss this opportunity to grow your career with IGNCA! Share this post with someone who might be a great fit.

02/09/2026

Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), New Delhi, organised the book launch and discussion of Homestead Land Entitlement & Musahar Community in Bihar: A Social Work Perspective.

The event brought together distinguished guests, including Prof. Rana Pratap Singh, Vice Chancellor, Gautam Buddha University; Shri Ram Bahadur Rai, President, IGNCA Trust; Shri Arvind Mohan, eminent journalist; Prof. Neena Pandey, Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences & Head, Department of Social Work, University of Delhi; and the author, Dr. Harish Kumar, academician and social work practitioner.

The esteemed speakers shared their valuable insights on the book, highlighting its themes, social relevance, and perspectives on the Musahar community and homestead land entitlement in Bihar.

Dr. K. Anil Kumar, HoD, Kala Nidhi, IGNCA, delivered the welcome address and expressed his gratitude to the distinguished guests and audience for their warm presence and participation.

02/09/2026

An exciting opportunity for all art enthusiasts!

Join us today for an Expert Talk with Prof. (Dr.) Sudhir Lall, Dean, IGNCA, Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India.

🗓️ 2nd Sept 2026 | 11:30 AM
📍 Conference Room, PIFA, PID Building, Vadodara, Gujarat

Mark your attendance and be part of the conversation!

02/09/2026

An excerpt from our film - Vande Mataram,A thread that weaves the nation

Featuring Sattriya Artist Anwesa Mahanta

For the full video, link in the bio.

Produced & Commissioned by IGNCA delhi Ministry of Culture egoi

Concept: Dr Sachchidanand Joshi

Project Direction & Ideation: Sangita - Kathak Dancer

Film Directed, Shot and Edited by Lubdhak Chatterjee

Film Production: Vichitrashala Vichitrashala Arts Consultancy

Music: Anirban Bhattacharyya

Production Design: Abhirupa Bhattacharjee
Chief AD: Subhajit Maity

02/09/2026

IGNCA × MICA | Where Heritage Meets Creativity 🇮🇳

A new chapter for Indian culture and creativity begins!

Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts and MICA, Ahmedabad have joined hands through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), creating new possibilities for academic collaboration, research, knowledge exchange and innovative approaches to India’s rich cultural heritage.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi, Hon’ble Member Secretary, IGNCA, and Prof. Jaya Deshmukh, Director & CEO, MICA, along with Dr. Sudhir Lall, Dean, IGNCA, Prof. Falguni Vasavada, Academic Head, The School of Applied Creativity, MICA, Arupa Lahiry, Regional Director Vadodara IGNCA.

From an inspiring dialogue on “AI vs AI — Artificial Intelligence vs Artistic Intelligence” to reflections on Indian identity, culture and the essence of being Indian, the day was filled with ideas that encouraged young minds to look at heritage through a contemporary lens.

Dr. Joshi’s concluding lines, “मैदान मत छोड़ना तुम”, left the students with a powerful message: never give up.

An insightful podcast with Prof. Ruchi Tiwari further explored identity, culture and the idea of India, while the day concluded with discussions on specialised courses on Indian heritage and culture, research opportunities and future academic collaborations.

When India’s timeless cultural wisdom meets contemporary creativity, new possibilities emerge.

Ministry of Culture, Government of India Gajendra Singh Shekhawat MyGovIndia

01/09/2026

IGNCA | पुस्तक विमोचन एवं परिचर्चा 📚

इन्दिरा गांधी राष्ट्रीय कला केंद्र, कलानिधि संविभाग द्वारा “Homestead Land Entitlement & Musahar Community in Bihar: A Social Work Perspective” पुस्तक का विमोचन एवं परिचर्चा आयोजित की गई। कार्यक्रम में भूमि अधिकार, सामाजिक न्याय, सामुदायिक सशक्तीकरण और मुसहर समुदाय के सामाजिक सरोकारों पर सार्थक विचार-विमर्श हुआ।
पुस्तक के लेखक डॉ. हरीश कुमार ने मुसहर समुदाय के भूमि अधिकार और सामाजिक संघर्षों को सामाजिक कार्य के दृष्टिकोण से समझने के अपने प्रयास को साझा किया। वहीं गौतम बुद्ध विश्वविद्यालय के कुलपति प्रो. राणा प्रताप सिंह ने जीव विज्ञान से वक्तव्य शुरू करते हुए भूमि अधिकार आदि को केस स्टडी के माध्यम से व्यक्त किया। वरिष्ठ पत्रकार अरविंद मोहन ने मुसहर समुदाय की सामाजिक वास्तविकताओं को समझने के लिए जमीनी अनुभवों और संवेदनशील संवाद की आवश्यकता रेखांकित की। इस अवसर पर केंद्र के अध्यक्ष राम बहादुर राय, कलानिधि विभागाध्यक्ष प्रो. के अनिल कुमार आदि मौजूद रहे।

Ministry of Culture, Government of India Gajendra Singh Shekhawat MyGovIndia

01/09/2026

IGNCA | शब्दों में आज भी ज़िंदा हैं दुष्यंत कुमार! ✍️

उन्होंने सिर्फ़ ग़ज़लें नहीं लिखीं, एक दौर की आवाज़ को शब्द दिए।
उनकी शायरी आज भी युवाओं को सवाल पूछने, सच कहने और बदलाव की उम्मीद रखने का हौसला देती है।

“हो गई है पीर पर्वत-सी, पिघलनी चाहिए…”

दुष्यंत कुमार जी को जयंती पर विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि। 🙏
उनके शब्द कल भी प्रासंगिक थे, आज भी हैं और आने वाली पीढ़ियों तक गूंजते रहेंगे।

Ministry of Culture, Government of India Gajendra Singh Shekhawat MyGovIndia Department of Culture, Uttar Pradesh

01/09/2026

IGNCA | ‘नव-चिंतन’ पुस्तक का लोकार्पण 📖

इंदिरा गांधी राष्ट्रीय कला केंद्र, कलानिधि संविभाग द्वारा आयोजित विशेष समारोह में लेखक श्री प्रवीण के. शुक्ल की पुस्तक ‘नव-चिंतन : विचार से अनुभूति तक…’ का लोकार्पण किया जाएगा।

📅 3 सितंबर 2026
⏰ सायं 6:00 बजे
📍 उमंग सम्मेलन कक्ष, चतुर्थ तल, IGNCA, जनपथ, नई दिल्ली।

आइए, विचार, अनुभूति और नव-दृष्टि के इस साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक संवाद का हिस्सा बनें।

Ministry of Culture, Government of India Gajendra Singh Shekhawat MyGovIndia

01/09/2026

IGNCA | Programme Schedule – September 2026

A vibrant calendar of cultural programmes awaits this September at IGNCA!

From the launch of “नव-चिंतन”, to a National Symposium on Naga Oral Traditions & Tribal Culture, and an experimental presentation on Sant Kabir, explore diverse traditions, knowledge systems and artistic expressions.

Come, experience India’s living cultural heritage.

Ministry of Culture, Government of India

01/09/2026

IGNCA | Shaping the Future of Riverine Heritage & Spiritual Tourism

The DARSHAN Roundtable Meeting was held at Ekatma Bhawan, bringing together prominent government officials, policymakers, industry leaders, cultural institutions, legal advisors and sustainability experts to deliberate on the future of spiritual, cultural and heritage tourism along India’s major river corridors.

Organised by the Development Leaders’ Alliance (DLA) in partnership with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts powered by Visa Inc., with PHDCCI as the initiative partner, the roundtable explored ways to harmonise river ecosystem conservation, meaningful pilgrim experiences, policy integration and modern infrastructure.

Prof. K. Anil Kumar, HOD, Janapada Sampada Division, IGNCA, attended the meeting and contributed to the dialogue on strengthening India’s living cultural and riverine heritage.

Ministry of Culture, Government of India Gajendra Singh Shekhawat MyGovIndia

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