Archive · 12 Jun 2025
Karnataka to Host Art Competitions, Allocates Rs 25 Crore
The government is planning to have art contests for students in schools and colleges in Bengaluru.
They have set aside 25 crore rupees for this.
The goal is to encourage art.
Also, the Venkatappa Art Gallery has been renovated and is now open again.
This was done with help from a private company.
The renovated gallery has new spaces for art, a cafeteria, and more.
It is meant to be a place where artists can show their work and where everyone can enjoy art.
Karnataka government plans to hold art competitions in schools and colleges.
Rs 25 crore has been allocated for the art competitions.
The initiative aims to promote art and culture within Bengaluru.
Venkatappa Art Gallery has been renovated and reopened.
The renovation was a result of a private-public partnership.
- Who
- Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar.
- What
- The Karnataka government is organizing art competitions in schools and colleges.
- When
- Announced on Thursday, June 12.
- Where
- Bengaluru, Karnataka.
- Why
- To promote art and culture, and to invest in Bengaluru as a world-class city.
- Allocation for competitions
- Rs 25 crore
- Location
- Bengaluru
- Venue Renovation
- Venkatappa Art Gallery
- Renovation Partners
- Brigade Group
- Gallery Renovation Cost
- Rs 8-9 crore