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Guwahati, Nov 10 (IANS): The silver jubilee celebrations of Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra were inaugurated at the center of the cultural association here.
Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra, named after the 15th century neo-Vaishnavite Saint Srimanta Shankardev, is the result of the historic settlement of Assam. It was inaugurated by then President KR Narayanan on November 9, 1998.
Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra, built at a cost of 19 crores, since its establishment in 1998, has tirelessly played its role in conservation, restoration, research, and development of cultural heritage. the wealth of different ethnic groups. in the region.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, while paying his tribute to the martyrs of the historic 5-year Assam Movement, said that Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra in the last 25 years has been able to fulfill the aspirations of the Assamese community. in terms of culture. identification.
He said that due to the diligent works of Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra Society, Assamese culture and identity have been able to enter and leave many places not only in the country but also abroad.
“The 15th century saint made an attempt to unify the region with the help of the great Indian culture and identity,” Sarma added.
The opening ceremony was also attended by the Minister of the Ministry of Heritage and Culture Mr. Bimal Boora, the Minister of Agriculture and the Department of Implementation of Agreements Assam Atul Boora and other members.
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