{
  "id": 17014525,
  "title": "Jantar Mantar Set To Transform Into Exhibition Site From Protest Venue, To Take Centre Stage At India Biennale; Here's What To Expect",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/jantar-mantar-set-to-transform-into-exhibition-site-from-protest",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-29T05:25:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/jantar-mantar-set-to-transform-into-exhibition-site-from-protest-venue-to-take-centre-stage-at-india-biennale-heres-what-to-expect"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Delhi's iconic Jantar Mantar observatory, renowned for its astronomical instruments and rich history, is set to undergo a transformation. This 18th century site, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, will shift from being a protest hub to a prime location for the India Biennale 2026. Initially, the area was a focal point for protests against political figures, but within days of being denotified, it has been chosen as one of the key venues for the exhibition. The Biennale, a biennial event showcasing diverse artistic expressions, will run from December 4 to March 21, 2026. The Culture Ministry envisions this event as a unique platform to highlight India's finest art, architecture, and design, both nationally and internationally. Alongside Jantar Mantar, other venues like Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Lodhi Garden, Hauz Khas, and Choti Ghumti will also host exhibitions.",
  "summary": "A biennale is a large-scale art exhibition which is held every two years, showcasing diverse artistic expressions through installations, paintings, sculptures, performances, photography, films, and interactive works. Delhi’s historic Jantar Mantar, which is known for its remarkable astronomical instruments and scientific legacy, is set to draw attention as part of the India Biennale. The iconic…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}