IGNCA Launches Tenth Regional Centre in Tirupati
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) has officially inaugurated its tenth Regional Centre in Tirupati, marking a significant step in the preservation of India’s artistic and cultural heritage. This new centre, developed in collaboration with the National Sanskrit University, aims to serve as a vibrant hub for research and documentation of Vaishnava Agama and other architectural traditions. The inauguration was attended by notable figures, including Andhra Pradesh’s Deputy Chief Minister, Shri K. Pawan Kalyan, and distinguished Bharatanatyam scholar, Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam.
A Hub for Cultural Research
The newly established Regional Centre in Tirupati is designed to be a focal point for the research and dissemination of various cultural traditions. Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam, the chief guest at the inauguration, referred to the centre as the “tenth arm” of IGNCA. She emphasized the importance of the centre’s diverse activities in decentralizing and efficiently managing the documentation and research of India’s rich cultural heritage. Dr. Subrahmanyam reiterated IGNCA’s ongoing commitment to its mission of preserving and promoting Indian culture, highlighting the centre’s role in fostering a deeper understanding of the region’s spiritual and historical significance.
IGNCA’s Commitment to Cultural Scholarship
Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi, Member Secretary of IGNCA, expressed his gratitude during the inauguration, celebrating the centre’s establishment in the sacred city of Tirupati. He underscored IGNCA’s role as a premier repository of Indian art and culture, dedicated to documenting various traditions, including Shastriya arts, folk and tribal art forms, and manuscripts. Dr. Joshi called the opening of the Tirupati Regional Centre a pivotal milestone in IGNCA’s mission, urging scholars to explore local art forms like ‘Andhra Natyam’ and the region’s artistic heritage, including Pochampally toys. He also highlighted the integration of modern technologies at the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design (ABCD), where traditional artisans innovate to sustain their crafts.
Broader Cultural Initiatives and Outreach
Dr. Joshi further elaborated on IGNCA’s significant contributions to national cultural initiatives, including its involvement in the artwork for the New Parliament and the installation of the globally tallest ‘Ashtadhatu Nataraja’ sculpture at Bharat Mandapam. Beyond traditional arts, IGNCA boasts a portfolio of 600 publications, including the esteemed journal ‘Kalakalpa.’ The Tirupati centre joins a network of other Regional Centres across India, each focusing on unique cultural aspects, such as Vedic Studies in Thrissur and intercultural traditions in Goa. Dr. Joshi emphasized the importance of information technology in enhancing skills and introducing short-term courses in applied subjects, reinforcing IGNCA’s role in engaging a broader audience and fostering cultural discourse.
The inauguration concluded with a formal Vote of Thanks by Dr. Priyanka Mishra, Director (Administration) of IGNCA, acknowledging the collaborative efforts that made this vision a reality. The event was anchored by Shri Sumit Dey, Assistant Professor at CIL, IGNCA, marking a successful launch of a centre poised to enrich India’s cultural landscape.
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