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People crossing the Howrah Bridge over the Hooghly river, Kolkata

Centenaries and Anniversaries Scheme

The scheme aims to identify, support, and commemorate centenaries and special anniversaries of eminent personalities and events of historical and national importance under approved Commemorations.

At a glance

What the myScheme listing says about Centenaries and Anniversaries Scheme
LevelCentral government
Issued byMinistry Of Culture
States and UTsAll India
Areas
Scheme forIndividuals
TagsGrant In Aid, Financial Assistance, Commemorate Centenaries, Eminent Personalities Anniversaries, Historical Events, National Events

Before you apply

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