Lalit Kala Akademi, Regional Centre, Chennai, is organising “Seva Hi Sanskriti – Waste Material Workshop” from 18–21 September 2026, bringing together 10 sculpture artists and 10 college students to transform waste and discarded materials into creative artworks. Each participating artist is creating two artworks. On 19 September, Shri KK Mishra, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, visited the Centre, interacted with the artists and students, toured the facilities, and felicitated the participating artists. He also congratulated the students and wished them success in their creative journey. The workshop continues till 21 September, promoting sustainable art, creative reuse and the spirit of “Seva Hi Sanskriti.”