31st Divya Kala Mela opens in Kolkata
Union Minister Virendra Kumar inaugurated the 31st Divya Kala Mela for Divyang artisans and entrepreneurs at Ravindra Sadan, Kolkata, on 14 July 2026.
Summary
Union Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Virendra Kumar inaugurated the 31st Divya Kala Mela at Ravindra Sadan, Kolkata, on 14 July 2026, describing it as a movement for the self-reliance of persons with disabilities (Divyangjan). The Mela runs from 14 to 22 July 2026 and is the first to be jointly organised by the Government of India and the Government of West Bengal. Around 40 stalls, mostly by artisans from West Bengal, give Divyang entrepreneurs access to wider markets.
Key facts
- Edition
- 31st Divya Kala Mela
- Venue
- Ravindra Sadan, Kolkata
- Dates
- 14–22 July 2026
- Inaugurated by
- Virendra Kumar
- First
- First jointly organised by Government of India and Government of West Bengal
- Stalls
- ~40
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Where was the 31st Divya Kala Mela, inaugurated on 14 July 2026, held?
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Correct answer: A — Ravindra Sadan, Kolkata
The 31st Divya Kala Mela was inaugurated at Ravindra Sadan, Kolkata, and runs from 14 to 22 July 2026.