Art Workshops Across India
On 21st September 2025, vibrant art workshops and cultural programmes were held across Odisha and Tamil Nadu under the theme “Viksit Bharat ke Rang, Kala ke Sang”. These events brought together students, professional artists, and enthusiasts to celebrate India’s rich cultural heritage.
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
At the Lalit Kala Akademi Regional Centre in collaboration with Kalakshetra Foundation, over 2,500 participants engaged in workshops guided by eminent figures including Shri Suresh Kumar Chikkala (Director, Kalakshetra), Thiru Kalaimamani Trotsky Marudu, and iconic art director Shri Thotta Tharani. Senior artists like Shri A. Viswam, Shri Sunil Kumar, and Shri Shiba Prasad Sahu contributed to the creative sessions, making it one of the largest Sewa Parv gatherings in the region.
Raghurajpur, Odisha
At Raghurajpur Heritage Village, 70 female traditional painters showcased India’s living cultural heritage. The event was attended by national awardees Sri Dinabandhu Mahapatra, Sri Biswanath Swain, and Sri Bibhu Mahapatra, along with Sri Lingaraj Moharana (Shilp Guru), who encouraged participants to carry forward India’s artistic legacy with pride.
Puri, Odisha
At Orissa College of Art & Craft, 120 students and artists took part in creative workshops guided by Shri Debendra Das, Shri Nrusinghanath Nayak, and Shri Durga Madhab Kar. The sessions fostered the creative aspirations of young artists while celebrating traditional and contemporary art forms.
Swachhata Activities Across States
Sewa Parv 2025 also emphasized civic responsibility with cleanliness drives in Prayagraj, Damoh, and Kolkata. Institutions like the Allahabad Museum, CCRT Damoh, and Victoria Memorial Hall undertook Swachhata initiatives to promote public hygiene and community participation, reinforcing the message that cleanliness is a key form of service.
Digital Participation and Citizen Engagement
The Ministry of Culture enabled digital participation through the Sewa Parv portal, allowing institutions to upload events and citizens to contribute artworks, photographs, and creative expressions. Participants can share their creations on social media using #SewaParv and join workshops at 75 designated locations nationwide.
