India’s Culture Ministers’ Meeting in Varanasi, hosted by the G20 Presidency, began with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s video message emphasizing the significance of culture. During Prime Minister address, he said, “Culture has the inherent ability to unite. This enables us to understand diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Therefore, your work is of great importance to all of humanity.”
Union Culture Minister G. Kishan Reddy delivered the welcome address, followed by representatives from Troika Indonesia and Brazil. A report on expert-driven Global Thematic Webinars, titled ‘G20 Culture: Shaping the Global Narrative for Inclusive Growth,’ will be released. A special postage stamp will mark the campaign’s journey, ‘Culture Unites All’.
The 4th G20 Culture Working Group meeting took place in Varanasi from August 24-25, discussing Draft Ministers’ declaration. Delegates visited Sant Ravidas Ghat for a Ganga cruise, followed by the grand Ganga Aarti. They also attended a cultural performance by Rani Khanam, a renowned dancer and choreographer.