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NDMC Unveils Revamped Srijan Art Gallery and Reveals Sculpture Park Plans

The move advances Delhi’s Viksit Bharat@2047 vision by channeling institutions to bring art into public life

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Nehru Park in Chanakyapuri where the art gallery has been inaugurated. (Arvind Yadav/HT Photo)

Overview

  • NDMC inaugurated the modernized 15,225 sq m Srijan Art Gallery at Nehru Park with a dedicated entrance, curated display corners, landscaped gazebos and public seating
  • Live painting demonstrations by Padma Shri awardees and other celebrated artists gave visitors a chance to witness creative processes in real time
  • Chairman Keshav Chandra confirmed development of a dedicated Sculpture Park to exhibit works by prominent and emerging artists
  • The council allocated Rs 40 crore to a newly formed Art and Culture Department and established an Urban Arts and Culture Forum through a formal resolution
  • Plans are underway to create similar open-air art platforms in Lodhi Colony and Central Market as part of a wider cultural expansion across the city