Ministry of Culture
Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav 2022 gets underway in Rajahmundry
SM-2022 aims to preserve, promote, and popularise the rich cultural heritage of India: Kishan Reddy
Union Minister thanked Hon’ble Prime Minister for providing a unique festival celebrating nation’s rich culture and diversity to Telugu states which reconnects the people
Union Minister for Culture, Tourism and Development of North Eastern Region , Shri G. Kishan Reddy has said that the Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav is the flagship festival of the Ministry of Culture which aims to preserve, promote, and popularise the rich cultural heritage of India.
Speaking at the inaugural of the 12th edition of RSM-2022, the Union Minister said Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav is scheduled to be held every two years but due to Covid-19 pandemic it could not be organised.
He said RSM-2022 is a celebration of India’s diverse cultural heritage, which will take place from 26th March to 3rd April in the Telugu states of Andhra Pradesh , Telangana, the schedule of which is as follows:
1. Rajahmundry- 2 days  - Saturday , Sunday
2. Warangal- 2 days  - Tuesday , Wednesday
3. Hyderabad- 3 days  - Friday to Sunday
The Union Minister said Governors from five states would be participating in the Hyderabad event.
The Union Minister further added that, Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav has been instrumental in showcasing folk and tribal art, dance, music, cuisines and culture of one state in other states reinforcing Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s cherished goal of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” and “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” presenting the rich culture of southern states as well as introduce the local population to the varied culture of other parts of India.
He announced that freedom fighter from Andhra Pradesh Alluri Seetharama Raju’s Memorial Museum will be set up in Araku of Visakhapatnam district on the occasion and that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi would attend the programme.
Shri Kishan Reddy said, on behalf of the Government of India all those who have contributed to the enrichment of the cultural heritage and arts of the region would be duly honoured.
He gave a call to the people to voluntarily come forward and participate in Yoga Day to be observed on June 21 marking the occasion to celebrate “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” and make it a grand success.
In his inaugural address, the Hon’ble Governor of Andhra Pradesh Shri Biswabhusan Harichandan said, "these festivals will further strengthen our culture and traditions." He said the Union Ministry of Culture was organizing various festivals across the country, which would help in inculcating nationalism among the people of the country. Subhash Chandra Bose was hailed as one of the nationalist leaders who fostered a sense of nationalism among the people of the country.
Ministers of State Shri Venugopal Krishna and Andhra Pradesh Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Muttamsetti Srinivas, and Ambassador for Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav Shri M. Mohan Babu and Member of Parliament  Shri Margani Bharat Ram also attended the cultural festival.
The two-day Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav at the Government Art College grounds in Rajahmundry will be held from 26th-27th March 2022.
Background:
The first Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav was organised in 2015 and evoked a good response from media , public which prompted to organise a series of festivals.
Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav presents a unique opportunity to witness each and every folk, traditional, tribal, classical and popular art forms of India under a single roof where approximately more than 1000 artistes showcase their talent.
Colourful Aangans are set up representing regional cultures and showcasing traditional Arts , Crafts where artisans set up their stalls to sell their wares as well as demonstrate their exquisite craftsmanship.
Folk artists perform impromptu throughout the day either on the stage or among the public. The main cultural performance is staged between 5.30pm to 10.30pm.
Apart from Folk troupes eminent Padma , Sangeet NatakAkademi awarded classical artists covering all genres have been performing every year at the Mahotsav. Special care is taken to choose artists reflecting regional flavour of the State where the Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav is organised.
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