CWAF calls on Governor to discuss issues of Art and Culture
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 05 2022:
A two member delegation of the Cultural Workers and Activists Forum (CWAF) Manipur, Budha Chingtham (President) and Rajkumar Sanatomba Singh (Secretary) called on to the Governor of Manipur La Ganeshan today afternoon at Raj Bhawan, Imphal and discussed various issues regarding Art and Culture in the State.
During the meeting the Forum sought the attention of the Governor who is also the Chairman of the Manipur State Kala Akademi and Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy about the long pending appointment of regular Secretary of the Manipur State Kala Akademi, said a press release issued by CWAF.
The delegation also apprised the Governor about the delay in the construction of the Manipur University of Culture, non completion of the State Kala Akademi auditorium cum office building at Palace compound and the non implementation of the Manipur State Cultural Policy.
The Governor after listening to their grievances assured to solve the issue with the consultation of the Minister and officials concerned.
Appeals were also made to the Governor to ensure for proper functioning of the Manipur University of Culture, revival of the Bheigachandra National Classical Dance Festival, revival of light and sound show at historic Kangla Fort, added the press release.