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Amrit Mahotsav Amrit Mahotsav

Thinking and strategy of Amrit
Mahotsav events

Its purpose is 'Amrit' like its name. In this, with the spirit of
getting together to complete any task with the collective
power of the government, public, private sector, NGO-
organizations and all sections of the society have to be
brought together and to realize the spirit of Sabka Prayas.
Freedom struggle, culture-spirituality, nutrition, sports-fitness,
environment and sustainable development, legal aid to all,
benefits to the last person, development of infrastructure,
Program on fort, cave,
good governance, food and agriculture, innovation, science-
technology while making its plan and strategy all important
Kashi and Kashmir in
topics were taken care of.
Inauguration of Parliament Amrit Mahotsav
House in Amrit Kaal
The new Parliament House was not an option, but a necessity Major programs of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
for the new, aspirational and Aatmanirbhar Bharat of the include National Culture Festival, Vitasta - The Festival
21st century. During the Amrit Mahotsav, 28 May 2023 has of Kashmir, Kalanjali, Fort and Stories, Amazing Caves,
become an important date in history, when India's new Vibrant Village Program and Sangamam in Kashi and
Parliament House was inaugurated moving away from
Saurashtra.
the legacy of old parliament which was the reminiscent of
colonial period. It has become a historic moment to fill every Vitasta - It was organized to take the great cultural
Indian with pride. heritage, rich art, culture, dance, music, literature,
craft and cuisine of Kashmir to the whole country. This
These are some other events
program was a great effort to unite the countrymen Amazing Caves: Amazing Caves campaign
in one thread. Vitasta was also organized in Tamil was launched to celebrate the caves of India. There
Nadu, Maharashtra. Vitasta organized many events are many such caves which add to our history Hologram of Netaji at India Gate
like workshops, art installation camps, seminars, craft and culture, they have been associated with the Consumer empowerment
exhibitions to take Kashmiri culture to the masses. freedom struggle. Caves like Ajanta and Ellora Students write postcard to prime minister
display Indian craftsmanship. Caves also provide Renewable energy
Kalanjali- A series of events called Kalanjali was
study of anthropological development through art
organized on the kartavya path to make people Poshan Maah - Poshan Vatikas
and paintings. Caves are also a symbol of past
aware about the rich cultural heritage of India. In this, Innovation-Hackathon
and present in India. The living proofs of the ancient
all organizations including Sangeet Natak Akademi, Vigyan Sarvatra Pujyate
civilizations of the country are available here.
Lalit Kala Akademi, Sahitya Akademi, Regional Cultural
Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, Ellora Caves, Udayagiri and International Museum Conference
Center of the Ministry of Culture worked together.
Khandagiri Hill Caves are a place of excitement for National Culture Festival
Today, when we are moving forward
Forts and Stories – The special campaign titled Forts the local people as well as the visitor. Umang Udaan - Makar Sankranti
with the 'Amrit' resolutions of the and Stories aims to promote the cultural pride of India
Vande Bharatam Dance Festival
country, we should not leave any by showcasing forts across India and their glorious
International Museum Expo: International Dhara-Vedic Mathematics
shortcoming in our duty, in our labour history. An attempt was made to highlight the unique Museum Expo is being organized to celebrate the 47th
features and historical significance of various forts Event at Red Fort
and in our hard work. Our unity as a International Museum Day (IMD). It has been designed
which gave an opportunity to connect with our past Aadi Mahotsav and Tribal Pride Day
nation should be our priority. It should to interact with museum professionals. Prime Minister
and honor our cultural heritage. Veer Bal Diwas
be a resolution that the life of the Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Museum 150th Birth Anniversary of Sri Aurobindo
poorest of the poor should be Badhe Chalo Campaign - With an aim to connect Expo-2023. The museum is an attempt to showcase
with the youth of the country and inculcate a deep historical events, personalities, ideas and achievements 200th birth anniversary of Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati
easy, Dalits, oppressed, exploited,
sense of patriotism among them, the Ministry of from India's past that have contributed to the making Kalinga Festival
deprived, tribal should get all the
Culture organized a youth centric inspirational of India's present. A set of 75 cards has been made 400th birth anniversary of Lachit Barphukan
necessary facilities. containing illustrated information from prestigious
program named 'Badhe Chalo' to engage more and 80th Anniversary of Quit India Movement
more people in the Amrit Mahotsav. museums across the country. Freedom Train and Station
-Narendra Modi, Prime Minister
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