Delhi Ready for Mega Cultural Complex

The Indian capital of New Delhi is set to get a world-class multicultural complex of its own. The center is envisioned to be a vibrant hub of well-respected international performances and cultural integration. Delhi’s infrastructure has been the envy of others. But in one respect the capital has lacked what cities like Mumbai already have – a grand space for theatre and other performing arts. That will soon change, with Delhi set to get a world-class cultural multiplex of its own.

   The idea of a cultural complex arose because Delhi does not have the fine arts facilities that other national capitals do. These centers of art and performance function as a diplomatic tool of sorts; serving to impress foreign dignitaries and tourists. The capital is set to get a world-class cultural multiplex of its own. “The centre will be developed into a vibrant hub for world-class cultural performances,” an official said. 

The government is working on a proposal for setting up a National Centre of Performing Arts in the capital. The Rs 300-crore complex will have auditoria and performance spaces of varying sizes, where world-class theatre and performing arts productions can be staged. The plan to build the community center is charted out in the Planning Commission’s 12^th five-year plan and is expected to be implemented in four phases.

-Drew

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