From the richness of Hindi theatre to the charm of Punjabi poetry and Sindhi drama, to the rhythm of Thumri and suaveness of Urdu literature, the citizens of Delhi will be able to entertain themselves with diverse cultural heritage of India. Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit on Friday unveiled the calendar of 'Delhi Celebrates', a year-long event put together by the Delhi Government and the Department of Art, Culture and languages, in the presence of Prof Kiran Walia, Minister of Social Welfare, Women, Child Development & languages.
Dikshit said through the series of events, that were first unveiled during the Commonwealth Games, not only do tourists return with fond memories, even Delhi residents discover new delights. She also announced that her Government would soon set up an academy for children to enrich skills, where workshops will be organised on a regular basis. While appreciating efforts of Department of Art and Culture, Academies, Sahitya Kala Parishad, the CM said their efforts have resulted in making Delhi the Cultural Capital of the country.
She added that Delhi is seen as Mini India as the city reflects culture and traditions of all the States of the country. "Each year numerous artists from all corners of the country fill Delhi with color, music, dance, drama, flavor and fervor for the 'Delhi Celebrates' series of events. The event series organised to add to the festivities of Delhi has succeeded far beyond anyone's imagination," Dikshit added. The unveiling of the calendar was followed by a Santoor duet recital by Pandit Bhajan Sapori and Shri Abhay Sopori.