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Protect cultural identity of Rajasthan, says Shekhawat

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Vice-President lays foundation of an art gallery, museum

JAIPUR: The Vice-President, Bhairon Singh Shekhawat, has called for protection and preservation of the infinite cultural and artistic identity of Rajasthan.

The longstanding traditions of the State, which gave a unique identity to Rajasthan the world over, should be maintained, he said.

Mr. Shekhawat was speaking after laying the foundation of an art gallery and museum named after the noted painter late Ramgopal Vijayvargia in the neighbourhood of the historic Jal Mahal on the outskirts of Jaipur over the weekend.

The First Secretary at the Japanese Embassy in New Delhi, N. Toyo Fuko also was present.

Mr. Shekhawat also planted a tree in the premises of the proposed gallery and museum.

Narrating the longstanding traditions of Rajasthan in art and painting, Mr. Shekhawat mentioned the Kishengarh school and the "Phad" and "Pichwai" styles, flourishing in the former States of Rajputana in the past.

The paintings, which reflected the lifestyle of the people and society of the period, also helped the artists to make a living, he observed.

"Our efforts should be to facilitate the artists to work in a conducive atmosphere and to give a proper recognition to their work," Mr.Shekhawat said. He termed Ramgopal Vijayvargia as an artist who dedicated his life to art and literature.

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