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PANAJI: Renovation of the main auditorium at Kala Academy Goa will commence from August 1 after an expert committee submits its final report, Chairman Chandrakant Kavlekar announced on Wednesday.
Kavlekar said around ₹10 crore has been kept on hold until the expert panel submits its findings, while the remaining funds required for the project have already been released. The report will determine the scope of repair and restoration work to be undertaken at the auditorium.
He clarified that only the main auditorium will remain closed during the renovation period. Regular activities, including classes, administrative offices, the Black Box theatre and parking facilities, will continue to function without disruption.
Meanwhile, Kala Academy will celebrate the Golden Jubilee of its 50th Konkani Drama Competition on July 10 at Dinanath Mangeshkar Kala Mandir.
On the occasion, renowned playwright Pundalik Narayan Naik will be conferred the Jeevan Gaurav Puraskar for his exceptional contribution to Konkani theatre and literature. The award carries a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, along with a shawl, citation and memento.
