Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Cultural Leaders Highlight Dance and Heritage
Former Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu and Odisha Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati spoke at a special event in Odisha about how culture helps people live together peacefully, take care of the environment, and make sure everyone has a fair chance to grow.
They said culture is not just about old traditions; it should also change and grow with new ideas.
Meanwhile, in Jalgaon, Dr. Sucheta Bhide-Chapekar talked about how classical dance can be a good career choice.
She said dance is a part of life and should be included in education.
The university's Vice-Chancellor and other leaders agreed that art and dance are important for making the city a cultural hub.
Both events had many students and artists who learned about the importance of culture and dance.
Former Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu emphasized that culture should engage with real human concerns like social harmony and sustainability.
Dr. Sucheta Bhide-Chapekar highlighted that classical dance can be a viable career option and should be integrated into modern education.
Odisha Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati stressed that culture drives innovation, enterprise, and sustainable livelihoods.
Both events agreed that culture and classical dance are essential for social harmony, sustainability, and inclusive growth.
The national conference in Jalgaon included presentations on Bharatanatyam and Odissi dance forms, attended by 120 research students, professors, and artists.
- Who
- Former Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu, Odisha Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati, Dr. Sucheta Bhide-Chapekar, Prof. Dr V.L. Maheshwari, Rajendra Nannavare
- What
- Addressed cultural events emphasizing the importance of culture and classical dance
- When
- Wednesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Odisha and Jalgaon
- Why
- To discuss the importance of culture, classical dance, and their role in society and education
Cultural Preservation
Modern Education
Role of Classical Dance
Cultural Preservation
Classical dance is a vital part of India's cultural heritage and should be preserved and promoted.
Modern Education
Classical dance should be integrated into modern education to make it relevant and accessible to younger generations.
- Event
- 27th Foundation Day of Utkal University of Culture and National Conference on Classical Dance
- Speakers
- M Venkaiah Naidu, Sucheta Bhide-Chapekar, Hari Babu Kambhampati, V.L. Maheshwari, Rajendra Nannavare
- Location
- Odisha and Jalgaon
- Key Message
- Culture and classical dance are essential for social harmony, sustainability, and career opportunities.
- Governor's View
- Culture drives innovation, enterprise, and sustainable livelihoods.
- Education Policy
- Classical dance forms have been included in the new education policy.
- Participants
- 120 research students, professors, and artists
