New Delhi, March 12: Coinciding with the visit of Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, an exhibition featuring some of the finest art works of top artists of that country from the 19th and 20th centuries was unveiled here today.
The exhibition, mounted by the Russian Museum in St Petersburg, comprises a collection of 33 art works based on winter in Russia.
Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit inaugurated the exhibition titled ‘Russian Winter’, at the Russian Centre of Science and Culture here.
Putin is in India on a two-day visit.
The exhibition showcasing the rich art and culture of Russia has been brought here to inspire the people of India to find out more about Russia’s heritage, organisers said.
Speaking on the occasion, Dikshit hoped that it will encourage people here to know more about Russia and its cultural heritage. The exhibition will remain open till April 4.
–Agencies