KalaGram and SPIC MACAY join hands to host Kathak Guru Padma Shri Shovana Narayan for the students of Dronacharya Government College in Gurugram for a Lecture Demonstration
22 November 2021, Gurugram: To celebrate ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ that commemorates 75 years of India’s independence, KalaGram – Society for Fine Art Initiatives in Gurugram, in association with the District Administration and Municipal Corporation of Gurugram, has launched ‘Project Kala Shiksha’. This is an initiative to provide quality education in the field of fine art to the students of government schools and colleges in Gurugram in the form of workshops, lecture demonstrations, interactive sessions, etc.
To conduct its first session under the initiative, KalaGram joined hands with SPIC MACAY to host Kathak Guru Padma Shri Shovana Narayan for a Lecture Demonstration for the students of Dronacharya Government College on Monday. A name synonymous with Kathak, Shovana Narayan interacted with the students who posed several queries regarding the art form.
Talking about the initiative, Deputy Commissioner, Dr. Yash Garg said that “Art education lies at the heart of a cultural change process and is a crucial factor in nurturing an environment that appreciates and encourages art. Over the years, the District Administration and Municipal Corporation of Gurugram have taken concerted efforts in creating a favorable environment where opportunities are available and accessible for all. Furthermore, a collaborative and focussed approach to disseminating fine art education by KalaGram will help students from all backgrounds nurture their talent and aspirations.”
Virender Singh Antil, Principal, Dronacharya Government College who felicitated the artistes said that “It’s an honor and privilege for us to host a legendary artiste like Shovana Narayan Ji for such an incredible session for our students and we extend our gratitude to KalaGram, the District Administration, MCG and SPIC MACAY for giving our students such a unique platform and opportunity.”
Referring to the National Education Policy that emphasizes the importance of cultural awareness and expression among children, Shilpa Sonal, Chairperson, SPIC MACAY Gurugram Chapter said that it’s imperative for students to develop a strong sense and knowledge of India’s art forms and cultural history. “As a voluntary movement working to promote art and culture among the youth, SPIC MACAY is delighted to host this program in Gurugram.”
About KalaGram:
KalaGram – Society for Fine Art Initiatives in Gurugram is a Government Society, formed as an initiative by the District Administration and the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram for the propagation of art and culture in the District. Envisioned to imbibe a culture and appreciation for art in its various forms amongst the citizens of Gurugram, its mission is to strive to provide quality education in the field of Fine Art and to promote the culture of art through events and other interventions in the District of Gurugram.
About SPIC MACAY:
SPIC MACAY (Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music And Culture Amongst Youth) is a non-political, nationwide, a voluntary movement founded in 1977 by Dr. Kiran Seth, Professor-Emeritus at IIT-Delhi who was awarded the ‘Padma Shri’ for his contribution to the arts in 2009. SPICMACAY’s intention is to enrich the quality of formal education by increasing awareness about different aspects of Indian heritage and inspiring the young mind to imbibe the values embedded in it. It seeks to inspire youth through experiencing the mysticism embodied in the rich and heterogeneous cultural tapestry of Indian and World Heritage, with a hope that the beauty, grace, values, and wisdom embodied in these arts will influence their way of life and thinking and inspire one to become a better human being. For this, the most accomplished artists of the country render programs of Indian classical music and dance, folk, poetry, theatre, traditional paintings, crafts & yoga primarily in schools and colleges.
