New Delhi: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, during a meeting with Dr Vijay Darda, Chairman Editorial Board of Lokmat Media Group and former Member of Rajya Sabha, here in New Delhi on Wednesday revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed to take Indian culture and tourism to the highest level in the world.
Union Minister Shekhawat said 'Prime Minister Narendra Modi is extremely eager and committed to take the Indian culture and tourism to the highest level in the world...'
Minister Shekhawat Reveals PM's Commitment
'Keeping this objective of the Prime Minister in view, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism showcased the magnificence of the country’s culture and tradition to the globe during the recently concluded Maha Kumh Mela at Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh,' the Minister added.
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat revealed about the PM vision to Dr Vijay Darda when he, along with the Managing Director and Editorial Director of Lokmat Media Group, Devendra Darda, called on Shekhawat.
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The Union Minister said that during the Kumbh Mela, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism had set up Kalagram, a vibrant cultural village that showcased India's rich heritage, a priority that aligns with the vision of PM Modi.
'Crores of people belonging to different religions and faiths converged at Prayagraj and visited the stalls at Kalagram which represented the grandeur of India’s 2,000-year-old traditions, allowing the world to witness and experience the splendour of the country’s vibrant culture and rich tradition,' Shekhawat added.
Dr Darda Lauds Minister's Initiatives
Dr Vijay Darda expressed his confidence in Shekhawat’s initiatives to drive India’s tourism sector to new heights, believing that the Minister's leadership will bring unmatched excellence to the Ministry’s efforts.
Dr Darda said that while tourism is primarily a state subject, the Ministry of Tourism, under the leadership of Minister Shekhawat, plays a crucial role in policy formulation and the implementation of various tourism initiatives.
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During the discussion, Dr Darda expressed his concerns that Sewagram, which is home to Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi’s Ashram, is a place of immense historical and cultural significance but it is yet to be on the world map. He urged Shekhawat to prioritise this matter and work towards ensuring Sewagram receives the world recognition that it rightfully deserves.
Lokmat Sur Awards Ceremony Invitation
During the meeting, Dr Darda invited the Minister to grace the prestigious Lokmat Sur Jyotsna National Music Awards ceremony scheduled to take place in Delhi on April 25.
The Minister has accepted the invitation to attend the Annual Musical Awards Ceremony. The event will see the participation of renowned singers, artistes and distinguished personalities from different fields across the country.
Dr Darda presented the Minister Shekhawat with the coffee table book on Lokmat Global Economic Convention which was recently held in Singapore.
