West Bengal Government Scheme
Lokprasar Prakalpa – লোকপ্রসার প্রকল্প
Financial support for folk artists & performers of West Bengal | WB Sarkari Yojana 2026
🎭 Cultural Scheme
🎵 Folk Artists
💰 Monthly Honorarium
🏥 Medical Support
About Lokprasar Prakalpa
Lokprasar Prakalpa is a culturally significant scheme by the West Bengal government that provides financial support to folk artists and performers — the custodians of the state’s rich cultural heritage. By supporting Baul singers, Pattachitra artists, Chhau dancers, and other folk performers, the scheme ensures that traditional arts survive and flourish for future generations.
Benefits & Features
- Monthly honorarium to registered folk artists
- Financial support during festivals and cultural events
- Assistance during medical emergencies
- Recognition and documentation of folk art traditions
- Platform for performance and cultural expression
Eligibility Criteria
- Registered folk artists and performers in West Bengal
- Artists practicing traditional folk art forms including Baul, Pattachitra, Chhau, Jhumur, and others
- Must be verified by local cultural authorities
- Priority given to elderly and economically struggling artists
How to Apply
1
Register with the district cultural officer or through Bangla Sangeet Mela
2
Submit proof of artistry, identity documents, and bank account details
3
Verification done by cultural experts and local authorities
4
Monthly honorarium credited directly to bank account after approval
Lokprasar Prakalpa is more than a welfare scheme — it is a cultural mission. By supporting folk artists, the West Bengal government is preserving centuries of artistic tradition and ensuring that the songs, dances, and crafts of Bengal continue to inspire future generations.
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