The Amrapali Magazine launches its First Print at New Delhi amidst dignified gathering of Artistes and Scholars

New Delhi, January 29:

Amrapali Magazine, a new cultural and creative publication dedicated to India’s rich artistic heritage and contemporary creative voices, was formally launched on January 29 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The event organised in collaboration with the India Habitat Centre's Bharat Bodh Kendra, unfurled the aesthetics of Indian arts, culture and heritage. The launch marked an important moment in the country’s evolving creative discourse, bringing together eminent artistes, scholars, academicians, and thought leaders from across disciplines.

Dr. Pranaame Bhagawati welcoming the august gathering at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi

The Amrapali Magazine is conceptualised and curated under the leadership of Dr. Pranaame Bhagawati, whose vision and scholarly engagement form the intellectual foundation of Amrapali. Dr. Bhagawati’s contribution lies in shaping the magazine as a platform that bridges traditional knowledge systems with contemporary creative practices, while foregrounding the role of artists and cultural practitioners in nation-building. The evening was gracefully welcomed by Ms. Wamiel Pranaame Kashyap, Student Head of the magazine and Podcaster of The Bella Wamiel Show.

The highlight of the event was an insightful talk on “India’s Creative Economy Boom through the Rise of Artpreneurs”, which explored the growing intersection of art, culture, entrepreneurship, and economic development in India. The session reflected on how artistes and cultural practitioners are increasingly emerging as key contributors to the nation’s creative economy.

Ms. Anuja Bapat, ISS

Dr. Amarendra Khatua, IFS

Dr. Sandeep Marwah

The discussion featured distinguished speakers including Dr. Sandeep Marwah, noted educationist and cultural ambassador; Ms. Anuja Bapat, ISS, senior government officer; Dr. Amarendra Khatua, renowned diplomat and scholar; and was chaired by Prof. Dr. K. G. Suresh, eminent academician and former Vice-Chancellor. Their perspectives highlighted policy, education, global outreach, and institutional support as crucial pillars for nurturing India’s artpreneurs.

Distinguished speakers on the stage

guests artistes at the launch of the Amrapali Magazine

guests artistes at the launch of the Amrapali Magazine

The speakers emphasized the need for structured platforms, documentation, and knowledge dissemination to strengthen India’s creative industries. Amrapali Magazine was acknowledged as a timely initiative that seeks to bridge tradition with contemporary narratives, while providing visibility to artists, cultural practitioners, and creative entrepreneurs.

The launch ceremony witnessed the presence of revered artistes and scholars, making it a vibrant confluence of ideas, experiences, and cultural dialogue. The event concluded with an engaging interaction among attendees, reaffirming the role of publications like Amrapali Magazine in shaping informed cultural conversations and supporting India’s creative economy.

Amrapali Magazine aims to serve as a multidisciplinary platform celebrating art, culture, Indian knowledge systems, and creative enterprise, while documenting voices that are shaping India’s cultural future.