The India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale, 2023 (IAADB)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| News | PM inaugurates on 8th December, Venue: Red Fort, New Delhi, Dates: 9th to 15th December 2023, Pavilions remain until 31st March 2024 |
| What | First edition, Organized by Ministry of Culture |
| Cultural initiative – Comparable to International Biennales (Venice, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Sydney, Sharjah), Nationwide campaign to reinvent museums, Develop cultural spaces in 5 cities (Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Varanasi), Introduction to Cultural Space at Delhi | |
| Exhibition – Theme: BAGH-E-BAHAR: Gardens as Universe, Rock Art of India by IGNCA’s Adi Drishya Division | |
| Why | PM’s vision for a flagship global cultural initiative, Strengthen cultural dialogue, Empower artisan communities, Aatmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design (ABCD) for new designs and innovations, Vocal for Local initiative |
| Where | Red Fort Complex Delhi, Lalit Kala Akademi for Student Biennale – Samunnati |
| When | 9th December 2023 to 31st March 2024, Daily theme based exhibitions (Day 1 to Day 7 with specific themes) |
| Who | Participants: Indian and international artists, curators, designers, architects Organizers: Ministry of Culture, IGNCA’s Adi Drishya Division |
| How | Keynote addresses, Public art installations, Art bazaar, Student exhibits, Heritage walks, Panel discussions, Art workshops |
| Challenges | Global cultural positioning, Integrating local artisans into global narratives |
| Way Forward | Reinvent cultural heritage, Expand global cultural dialogue, Empower local artisans and designers, Sustainable cultural economy |
