In an effort to promote art, literature, music, folk, dance, theatre and other art and literary forms, the Department of Kannada and Culture, under the Special Unit and Tribal Sub-Plan for the year 2020-21, has invited applications to provide financial aid to literary and cultural programmes organised by registered Cultural Associations and Organisations as well as to provide financial assistance to unorganised artistes and teams for purchase of musical instruments and costumes. Painters/ sculptors can also apply seeking financial support to showcase their art works. Applications can be submitted online through Seva Sindhu portal [sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in] OR www.kannadasiri.karnataka.gov.in, before Dec. 27. For details contact Ph: 080-22230282 or 080-2279954.