Chief Minister inaugurates ‘Master’s Universe’ exhibition

Shimla, September 1

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Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today inaugurated the ‘Master’s Universe’ exhibition at the historic Gaiety Theatre in Shimla, marking the 150th birth anniversary of the esteemed Russian artist, thinker and peacemaker Nicholas Roerich. The exhibition, organised by the International Centre of the Roerichs (ICR), Moscow, in collaboration with the International Roerich Memorial Trust Naggar, Kullu district, and the Department of Language and Culture, Himachal Pradesh, will be open to the public until September 25.

On the occasion, the CM praised Nicholas Roerich for his diverse contributions as an artist, writer and thinker. “Roerich’s efforts to preserve cultural heritage and his commitment to promoting the rich traditions of the Kullu Valley were particularly noteworthy.”

“Spending nearly 20 years in Himachal Pradesh, he deeply immersed himself in the study of Himalayan culture and emerged as one of the earliest advocates for safeguarding the cultural legacy of the Kullu Valley,” he said.

The Chief Minister said that Roerich’s global influence was profound, particularly through the ‘Roerich Pact’, an international treaty signed on April 15, 1935, by 21 countries to safeguard cultural heritage. He said that Roerich was a staunch advocate for peace, who believed in resolving global conflicts by promoting cultural values that foster respect and understanding among younger generations.

On the occasion, he said that India and Russia had centuries-old relations because our cultures and thinking are similar and Russia has always supported India during difficult times. He also said that the state government will further strengthen the International Memorial Trust at Naggar.

Principal Advisor (Media) to the Chief Minister Naresh Chauhan, vice president of the International Centre of Roerichs Alexander V Stetsenko, Russian curator Larisa Surgana, Secretary Language Art and Culture Rakesh Kanwar, Director LAC Dr Pankaj Lalit and other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.