Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that a new history of cultural evolution is being written under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Vikramotsav-2025 and Akhil Bharatiya Kalidas Samaroha to be held in Madhya Pradesh will be organized grandly. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that during the event in Ujjain, guests and students should be introduced to the history, science, culture, and values ??of Ujjain along with Mahakal Devdarshan. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav reviewed Vikramotsav-2025, Akhil Bharatiya Kalidas Samaroha, and the museum being constructed by Veer Bharat Trust in Mantralaya.
Addressing the Central Committee meeting of Kalidas Sanskrit Academy, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the Kalidas celebrations start from the Gadkalika temple. An inscription on Kalidasa’s connection with the Gadhakalika temple and its importance should be established. Besides, information boards for the general public should also be put up at other places related to Kalidas.
Yadav sought information about the awards given during the Kalidas Samman Samaroha and gave instructions to increase the amount given under the awards. Necessary instructions were given after a detailed discussion on the invitation of guests, programme format, awards and cultural programmes, and other arrangements at the function. Kalidas Samaroh will be organized from 12 to 18 November. It will start on November 10 with Vaagarchan at Gadkalika temple in Ujjain. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav learned about the outline of Kalidas celebrations through a presentation.
Yadav said that Kalidas Sanskrit Academy is organized every year. In this, a permanent structure should be built instead of a temporary structure. This will reduce the expenditure incurred on temporary structures each time. He said that a plan for infrastructure construction should be made keeping in mind the cultural events and creative activities to be held throughout the year. He said that special attention should be paid to the branding and publicity of Kalidas Samaroha. Ujjain and Mahakaleshwar have been specially mentioned in Meghdoot by Kalidas. This should be promoted by linking it to Mahakal, to enhance the dignity of the event.
Yadav said that the festival of Gudi Padwa will be celebrated as ‘Srishti Aarambh Diwas’ in the entire state along with Ujjain on March 30. The Department of Culture organizes events and festivals in and outside the state. Vikramotsav of Ujjain has created its own identity.
Yadav, while reviewing the preparations for Vikramotsav 2025, gave necessary instructions on the outline of the event, cultural programme, trade fair, exhibition, and Vichar Samagam. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that experts in science and astronomy should be invited to Vikramotsav at the National Scientific Conference.
