Devlalikar Kala Veethika Set For ₹75 Lakh Makeover Ahead Of Centenary In Indore
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Devlalikar Kala Veethika, a well-known centre for art and culture in the city, will soon be renovated. About Rs 75 lakh has been set aside for the project, which was started with the help of MP Shankar Lalwani. The project will repair and upgrade the old building, but will keep its original architecture instead of replacing it with something modern. The building holds…
Indore's Devlalikar Kala Veethika, a revered hub for art and culture, is set for a major upgrade ahead of its centenary in 2027. The project, budgeted at ₹75 lakh, will see the restoration and enhancement of the historic building, preserving its original architecture. Established by artist Dattatray Damodar Deolalikar in 1927, the institute later evolved into the School of Art, with Holkar ruler Yashwant Rao Holkar II providing the building as a venue.
Over the years, the gallery has showcased various exhibitions, including painting, photography, and folk art, serving as a vital space for fine arts students and emerging artists. The restoration is scheduled to be completed by March 2027, coinciding with the 100th anniversary of Deolalikar's institution, ensuring the center offers artists a secure, well-equipped space while honoring a significant chapter in Indore's artistic heritage.
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