Guru Shishya Parampara Scheme to focus on dying and vanishing art forms

Dimapur, February 9 (MExN): The North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC), Dimapur has invited application for availing the Guru Shishya Parampara Scheme for 2020-2021. 

Candidates within the age group of 45 to 70 years having very good knowledge for imparting training in any cultural field of the region, i.e. folk dance/songs, bamboo/cane/wood craft, folk theatre, woodcraft, mask making etc. Emphasis is given on dying and vanishing art forms of the region, stated a DIPR report.

On selection and appointment as Guru, he/she will appoint an Assistant and 4 (four) Shishyas (within the age group of 15 - 25 yrs) and impart training for one year. The rate of honoraria per month for one year is as follows:

Sl. No.

Particulars

Honorarium

1

Guru

Rs 7,500 per month

2

Accompanist (Assistant)

Rs 3,750 per month

3

Shishyas

Rs 1,500 per head per Shishya

The application along with Bio-data and supporting documents should be sent/submitted to the Directorate of Art & Culture/Cultural Affairs of the concern State.
The Application Forms and other details are available on the website of NEZCC: www.nezccindia.org.in (http://nezccindia.org.in/Home/Advertisement); https://www.facebook.com/nezccdimapurNE