Maitri Cultural Economy Samiti by MaitriBodh Parivaar Sets the Foundation for a New Era of West Bengal's Growth
Jul 22, 2026
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 22: A significant step towards positioning culture as a driver of sustainable development was taken today as the Maitri Cultural Economy Samiti (MCES), a flagship national initiative of MaitriBodh Parivaar, began in Kolkata. The summit laid the foundation for a culture-linked economic ecosystem in West Bengal by bringing together policymakers, government leaders, academicians, industry experts, artists, cultural practitioners and thought leaders to explore how India's rich Sanskritic heritage can become a catalyst for economic growth, tourism, entrepreneurship, heritage conservation and nation building.