MADURAI: More than 100 students from various schools had participated in ‘Celebrating India’ national poster competition organized here today by the Madurai Chapter of Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH).
Students from classes 7th to 9th took part in this all India poster competition held at Mahatma Montessori School campus in Sambakulam-Kodikulam here on February 12th 2025 where the participants were asked to depict cultural heritage of their region covering local festival, tradition, local customs. rituals and social practices etc.
Dr.S.A.V.Elanchezian, Associate Professor, Department of Architecture-Thiagarajar College of Engineering (TCE), who was the chief guest for this INTACH event had given a brief orientation to the school students about the need to protect India’s culture and heritage.
“Past, present and future are important for us. We had acclaimed and renowned artists like M.H.Husain who did wonders with the brush. India’s art, culture, literature, music, dance and festivals must nbe cherished and conserved. Three elements of heritage are fabric, stories and culture….Sungudi sarees and Madurai Malli (jasmine flower variety) are best examples. We must protect our culture and heritage by enjoying the aesthetic value. To create that spirit among you, this national poster competition was conducted today,” Dr.Elanchezian said.
Ms.Hemalatha Arunkumar, INTACH education convener and Dr.B.Nalini, retired professor and INTACH Madurai Chapter member, were among those present at the inaugural session today morning.
