First Edition of Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav: Celebrating North-East Culture
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav |
| Hosted by | Rashtrapati Nilayam in collaboration with the Ministry of Development of North-East Region and the Ministry of Culture |
| Duration | September 29 to October 6, 2024 (8 days) |
| Objective | Showcasing the rich and diverse cultural heritage of North-Eastern states |
| States Represented | Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura |
| Participants | Over 300 artists and artisans from North-Eastern states |
| Inauguration | September 28, 2024, by President Shrimati Droupadi Murmu |
| Location | Rashtrapati Nilayam, a Presidential retreat in Southern India, constructed in 1860, covering 90 acres |
| Annual Presidential Visit | The President of India visits Nilayam every year in December |