Mysuru: As part of International Museum Day, Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) has organised an Essay Competition on the topic ‘How the Museums are Benefit to the Society’ for the school children from 6th to 9th standard, on May 18 from 11 am to 1 pm.

The competitions will be held in both English and Kannada languages. Prizes will be distributed for the best three essays. Only 50 participants can take part.

Those interested may register their names with V. Ashoka Vardhan, Museum Associate, on Mob: 90363-73618 or Ph: 0821-2448131. Participants should bring their own writing pads and ball pens (blue or black pen only).