The prize money for other cultural awards given by the state government has been increased to three lakh from Rs 2 lakh, Sudhir Mungantiwar
Sudhir Mungantiwar. File Pic
The prize money of awards given by the Maharashtra cultural affairs department to honour the contribution of artists will be doubled, state minister Sudhir Mungantiwar said on Monday, reported news agency PTI.
The prize money for the Gansamradni Lata Mangeshkar award, Natvarya Prabhakar Panshikar lifetime achievement award, Sangeetacharya Annasaheb Kirloskar Rangbhoomi lifetime achievement award and Bharatratna Pandit Bhimsen Joshi classical music lifetime achievement award will be doubled from Rs 5 lakh each to Rs 10 lakh each, Sudhir Mungantiwar said, reported PTI.
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The prize money for other awards given by the state government has been increased to three lakh from Rs 2 lakh, he said, reported PTI.
Earlier, Sudhir Mungantiwar, the Minister for Forests in Maharashtra, took an oath emphasising the profound connection between commitment and soil. The oath exemplifies the commitment of the ruling coalition to advancing Maharashtra's contributions to the nation's GDP and GST, while cherishing its legacy of development.
Addressing a gathering of officials and citizens, Mungantiwar spoke about the spirit of sacrifice and valour that has been etched into Maharashtra's history. He highlighted the sacrifices made by martyrs, emphasising the responsibility to honour their legacy through diligent and dedicated work. Mungantiwar's call for action echoed the sentiments of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who also took a similar pledge at the event.
During his address, Mungantiwar underlined the significance of the 'Tiranga' (tricolour), describing it as more than just a piece of cloth. He urged citizens to hold the tricolor in their hands and hoist it high, invoking a profound sense of reverence for the sacrifices of those who laid down their lives for the nation's freedom.
Drawing from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's administration, Mungantiwar emphasized that the principles and ideals set forth by the warrior hold the key to addressing a wide spectrum of administrative challenges. Mungantiwar noted that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's visionary approach encompassed diverse subjects, including environmental conservation and women's welfare.
Meanwhile, Maharashtra BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar claimed that Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sachin Ahir will one day switch over to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Mungantiwar made the statement while speaking in the council when Ahir tried to interrupt him during a discussion in the upper house of the Maharashtra legislature.
(With inputs from PTI and ANI)
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