11th edition of 'Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav' to be inaugurated tomorrow ANI | Updated: Feb 13, 2021 22:55 IST The Ministry of Culture is mandated with the task of preservation, promotion, and propagation of Indian culture, both tangible and intangible which inter-alia includes traditional folk dances and art forms, performing arts, and rich tribal heritage. "It organizes cultural programs, festivals, and theatrical performances to fulfill this mandate," read the press release by the Ministry of Culture on Saturday. Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav, the flagship festival of this Ministry organized since 2015 with the active participation of seven zonal culture centres has been playing a pivotal role to take the vibrant culture of India out to the masses instead of confining to auditoria and galleries.