Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum Trust is organising a Cultural Heritage Training Camp in the City Palace with the theme – ‘Museums for Education and Research’ on the occasion of International Museum Day on 18 May. This one-month long training camp to cultivate interest in heritage arts and crafts, will be held till 21 June and is organised in association with the organisations of traditional arts, ‘Rangreet’ and ‘Saraswati Kala Kendra’.

Chairman of the Museum, His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh said that this cultural heritage training camp is being organised with the aim of making the youth and enthusiasts familiar with the intricacies of our vast and rich traditional arts. Various art forms are being taught under this training camp for the past 26 years. In the camp this year, students will also be introduced to Vedic Astrology for the first time. Along with this, students will also be taken on a tour of ‘Jantar Mantar’.

This training camp is being coordinated by Mr. Ramu Ramdev who will also be conducting the ‘Traditional Painting’ workshop along with Mr Babulal Marotia. Dr. Madhu Bhatt Tailang will be conducting the ‘Dhrupad’ workshop; Dr. Nathulal Verma, the ‘Araish’ (Fresco) course; Mr Brij Mohan Khatri will be teaching Vedic Astrology; Dr. Jyoti Bharti Goswami will conduct the Kathak and Folk Dance workshop; Mr R.D. Gaur will teach students the Flute; Mr Lakshmi Narayan Kumawat will conduct ‘Mandana’ workshop and Mr Ashok will teach calligraphy. There will be on-spot registrations for the camp on 18 May. To get more information about the camp, you can contact the following numbers: 0141-4088854, 9983228563

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‘Pratibha Nikhar Diwas’ was celebrated at the City Palace in Jaipur. The trainees of the ongoing Cultural Heritage Training Camp at City Palace displayed various arts learned during the camp. Chairman of MSMS II Museum, Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh was present on the occasion. This camp is being organized under the joint aegis of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum, Rangrit, and Saraswati Art Center. The program was started by lighting the lamps with Saraswati Vandana. Children recited the verses from the Bhagavad Gita.

The Chairman of the museum, Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh, appreciated the talent of the children while visiting the camp. He stated that this cultural heritage training camp is being organized with the aim of introducing the youth with the rich arts and crafts of Jaipur. Expressing his happiness on this occasion, he mentioned that the children are enthusiastic to learn the ancient art of fresco painting and Jaipur Blue Pottery which was introduced for the first time this year, and they are looking forward to learn these traditional and endangered arts. “I myself learned the nuances and techniques of fresco painting and created a fresco painting,” quoted Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh.

During the program, the trainees receiving Dhrupad training presented a performance with Vedic recitations on Dhrupad of Jaipur Gharana. Following this, trainees learning Kathak dance from the Jaipur Gharana showcased their skills. Similarly, trainees learning painting, flute, blue pottery, and embroidery displayed their respective arts. It is noteworthy that in this month-long cultural heritage training camp trainees are being trained in Dhrupad, Kathak, painting, flute, fresco painting, and Jaipur Blue Pottery, among other traditional arts.

The camp coordinator and artist, Ramu Ramdev, explained that renowned artists from Rajasthan are teaching traditional arts at this camp. The main attractions of the camp include ancient frescoes, Jaipur Blue Pottery, and verses from the Bhagavad Gita, which are being taught respectively by Dr. Nathulal Verma, Gopal Saini, and Pandit Shivdatt Vyasa. In addition, painting is being taught under the direction of Ramu Ramdev, Hemant Ramdev, Babulal Marotia, and Yamini Ramdev; Dhrupad by Dr. Madhu Bhatt Tailang; Kathak and folk dance by Dr. Jyoti Bharti Goswami; flute by Pt. R.D. Gaur; calligraphy by Ashok Sharma and Lalit Sharma, and Phad painting by Manoj Joshi’s guidance.
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Adding to the vibrant polo heritage of the Pink City, the Rajasthan Polo Club has opened its revamped horse riding school, The Sawai Man Singh Polo and Riding Academy. Under the guidance of HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh, a renowned polo player and patron of the sport, the academy aims to promote riding, polo, and other equine sports in Jaipur. In this context, a press conference was organized at the Rajasthan Polo Club. This conference was addressed by Federation of International Polo (FIP) Ambassador of India, Maharaj Narendra Singh, Secretary, RPC, Digvijay Singh, Joint Secretary, RPC, Vikramaditya Barkana and Coach Allan Michael.

The Sawai Man Singh Polo and Riding Academy offers riding lessons for individuals aged 6 years and above. With its recent transformation, the academy is now equipped to cater to the growing demand for professional equestrian training. This initiative not only encourages the participation of local polo players from Jaipur but eventually will also provide an opportunity for Jaipurites to engage in international medal-winning equine sports such as dressage and jumping.

In his message, HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh expressed his enthusiasm for the academy, stating, “The Sawai Man Singh Polo and Riding Academy is an exciting and much-needed initiative that seeks to foster a passion for riding, polo, and equine sports in Jaipur. Our primary objective is to establish a robust platform for individuals to cultivate their skills, demonstrate their talents, and nurture the sport of polo. By doing so, we aspire to attract more local polo players from the Pink City, while also expanding the horizons of equine sports beyond polo. Our ultimate vision is to encourage active participation from individuals hailing from diverse backgrounds and varied interests, effectively transcending the legacy of the Pink City in the realm of equine sports.”

Operating from 6.30 am to 8 am in the mornings and 5:30 pm to 7 pm in the evenings, the academy caters to a wide range of enthusiasts. It has already attracted participants not only from various parts of India but also from abroad, including countries like Singapore. The academy’s experienced coach, Mr Allan Shaun Michael, hailing from Hyderabad, brings with him 15 years of coaching experience and is also a seasoned polo player. Currently, the academy boasts six well-trained polo horses, and additional horses are being procured to meet the growing demand.

The Sawai Man Singh Polo and Riding Academy conducts three batches in the morning and three in the evening to accommodate riders of different skill levels. The comprehensive training program focuses on developing equestrian skills, fostering horsemanship, and instilling a deep appreciation for the art of riding.

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