Historic Medinipur Auditorium Gets 80 Lakh Renovation: Tagore-Inaugurated Hall to be Modernized

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News18•14-02-2026, 14:13
Historic Medinipur Auditorium Gets 80 Lakh Renovation: Tagore-Inaugurated Hall to be Modernized
- •Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allocates 80 lakh rupees for the renovation and modernization of the historic Vidyasagar Smriti Mandir in Medinipur.
- •The auditorium, inaugurated by Rabindranath Tagore in 1939 and with its foundation stone laid by Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan in 1938, will retain its historical essence.
- •Renovations include air-conditioning, improved sound systems, new chairs, and displays showcasing Medinipur's history and revolutionaries.
- •The project aims to enhance cultural activities in Medinipur, allowing events to be hosted at low costs.
- •Medinipur MLA Sujoy Hazra confirmed that work will begin soon, addressing long-standing demands from the cultural community.
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