Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced a grant of ₹50 lakh to the Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat (KCP) on Sunday after inaugurating the 21st edition of the Chitra Santhe, organised by the parishat. He said that the government was committed to the development of art.
Further, the CM said that in order to establish museums and art galleries in all districts of Karnataka, especially North Karnataka, the State government will provide all the necessary assistance.
“Around 3 to 4 lakh people participate in this programme every year. It is a matter of pride that 1,600 artists from 22 States also take part,” Mr. Siddaramaiah said.
