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“FLOWING MUSE: CELEBRATING THE ARTISTIC LEGACY OF KANGSBATI RIVER ART & ARCHITECTURE”
- The Legacy of Kansabati River Art and Architecture
River Kansabati in the state of West Bengal has been flowing from the unknown past of the prehistoric period till today. The river in the long past history was known as Kapisha mentioned in the epic 'Raghuvansam' by Mahakabi Kalidas. The river is mentioned as Kansbas in Madla Panji of Utkal and as Kangshanadi in Dwija Madhav's epic 'Chandimangal'. The history and heritage of this river's contribution dates back to the earliest stages of human civilization in the distant past. There is profound influence of the River on the creative expressions of artists and architects through history. Scattered excavations in the vast river basin at various times have yielded rich artefacts. Pre-medieval pottery, inscriptions, stone carvings etc. have been found in the basin. Artefacts of Pala-Sena period, masts of large vessels and fragments of boats recall the rich history and heritage of the region. Many artefacts like ancient Vishnu idols, Buddha idols, Sanchistupa replicas, various handicrafts recognize the rich cultural heritage. Ancient terracotta temples, the Garbari of the Kings and other ancient construction in the river basin are the wonderful example of architecture influenced by the enchanting river.
The development of riverine Buddhist culture is acknowledged through Hiuen Tsang, Fahien's description when they came to Tamralipta. Ancient Buddhist statues and related artefacts are still found in the river basin. The history of abundance of flowers and fruits of the river basin is about one and a half thousand years old as Hiuen Tsang described. Thus Kansabati River greatly influenced the everyday life of the basin religiously, economically, socially, culturally. The people made various handicrafts of grass-leaf wrap, pottery, clay idol, metal tools, fireworks, wooden furniture, bamboo stuff, regional foods like ‘gahana bori’, ‘alur chop’, ‘batasa’ etc. for their daily needs. The happiness and sorrow of life, the struggle of life in the Kansabati river basin emerge in their folk culture. Thus Kirtan, Baul, Pot Song, Kabigan, folk song etc have been greatly influenced by the enchanting river. Thus the ancient River Kansabati left a lasting legacy that continues to influence art, architecture and culture even today.
"CHELL - Cultural Heritage Ecosystem By Locals For Locals"
Launched on the day of "World Museum Day" - our new initiative towards developing and nurturing "CHELL - Cultural Heritage Ecosystem By Locals For Locals" Under the umbrella of CHELL - we did a pilot at Panskura, West Bengal. In this initiative the locals and the students from the respective regional area worked on: 1. Learning about CH 2. Interpreting CH and 3. Sharing CH.
Our new initiative upcoming this year is on Conservation of Ancient Heritage of India namely "Ajjhayana Carika" meaning the journey undertaken in order to learn and study. Herein we will be covering the places where Buddha stayed in India.
Secondly "Eternal Reverence: Unveiling the Spiritual Tapestry of Durga Puja in India" is a visionary project that aims to celebrate the spiritual richness of Durga Puja while fostering cross-cultural understanding and artistic appreciation. By intertwining storytelling, interactive experiences, artistic displays, and workshops, this project seeks to create a multi-dimensional engagement that transcends boundaries, ultimately leading participants on an immersive journey of spiritual discovery and cultural celebration.
WELL (Water Ecosystem By Locals For Locals
The right to access clean drinking water is fundamental to life and there is a duty on the state under Article 21 to provide clean drinking water to its citizens. So Right to Clean Water is a Fundamental Right!! Yes, we are working on this initiative.
We are very happy to announce that SHAPE Foundation is associated with Murugappa Research Institute, Tamil nadu & Ncourage Foundation subsidiary of TCSRD (Tata Chemical Society for Rural Development) for our WELL (Water Ecosystem By Locals For Locals) Project.
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National Museum New Delhi
Ncourage Foundation - Tata Chemicals
National Museum New Delhi
National Museum, the prime cultural organization of India, was inaugurated on 15th August 1949 at President House and moved to its permanent location at Janpath on 18th December 1960. National Museum (NM) is a subordinate office under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
MCRC
Ncourage Foundation - Tata Chemicals
National Museum New Delhi
Shri A.M.M. Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre (MCRC),
The research Centre has been working on devices and technologies for rural application eco-friendly technologies to combat pollution. Resource utilization, recovery and management are the major areas concentrated by scientists in MCRC. Many of the devices and technology packages are eco-friendly and are dovetailed with local needs. Simple technologies have also been designed for the use of local artisans.
MCRC is recognized by Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Government of India as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization to conduct research in various areas and is approved by University of Madras, Chennai to offer Ph.D. programmes in the areas of Energy, Bioenergy and Biomass for Rural Development.
Ncourage Foundation - Tata Chemicals
Ncourage Foundation - Tata Chemicals
Ncourage Foundation - Tata Chemicals
Tata Chemicals Ltd has set up a wholly owned subsidiary Ncourage Social Enterprise Foundation (Ncourage) registered in the state of Maharashtra.
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Flowing Muse
Ajjhayana Carika