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Medium- Term Expenditure

(Taka in Thousand)

ProjectionBudget2011-12

2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 131,00,00 118,69,28 129,00,14 141,27,25 148,46,92

Development 106,00,00 146,57,53 167,30,31 189,69,96 221,22,66

Total 237,00,00 265,26,81 296,30,45 330,97,21 369,69,58

1.0 Mission Statement and Major Functions

1.1 Mission Statement

To increase the intellectual depth of the Nation by collecting, preserving, and nourishing the heritage,culture, language, literature and the archaeological & anthropological artefacts of the Liberation War andcontemporary period.

1.2 Major Functions

a) Formulation and implementation of policies on cultural affairs;

b) Collecting, preserving, publishing and nourishing the cultural and natural heritage and thearchaeological and anthropological artefacts of the Liberation War and contemporary period;

c) Identifying the archaeological sites of the country and excavating, preserving and displaying those;

d) Copyright protection for the creative works;

e) Establishment, expansion and development of public and private libraries;

f) Research and publications on the language, culture and heritage;

g) Celebration of events, such as- International Mother Language Day on 21 February, awardingEkushe Podok, Birth anniversaries of Rabindranath and Nazrul, Bengali New Year on 1st Boishakh,at the national level.

h) Cultural Agreements with different countries and exchange of Cultural Programmes

2.0 Medium Term Strategic Objectives and Key Activities

Medium Term Strategic Objectives Key ActivitiesImplementing

Departments/Agencies

Formulation and implementation of policies on culturalaffairs

For the promotion of native culture, organizingdifferent cultural programmes at Upazilla, District andDivision levels

Secretariat

Celebration of the birth anniversaries of Rabindranath

and Nazrul at the national level

Secretariat

Bangladesh ShilpakalaAcademy

Nazrul Institute

Observing birth and death anniversaries of theprominent scholars

Secretariat


Bangla Academy

Research and trainings on music, traditional dance,drama and fine arts

Arranging local and international competitions oncultural events

Sponsoring and awarding significant contributors tothe development of folklore arts and crafts


Nazrul Institute

Bangladesh Folk Artsand Crafts Foundation

1. Increasing the Nationsintellectual depth through thepromotion and development ofnative culture

Preservation of, research and training on tribal music,dance, drama and fine arts

Tribal Cultural Institute,Rangamati

Tribal Cultural Institute,


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ImplementingDepartments/Agencies

Bandarban

Coxs Bazar CulturalCenter, Coxs Bazar

Identifying archaeological sites and excavating,preserving and displaying those

Renovation and preservation of archaeologicalartefacts and development of tourism atarchaeological sites

Department ofArchaeology

Collection and preservation of national history andhistorical documents

Establishment of museums on language movement,national literature and writers and preservation ofBangla Academies Archives

Directorate of Archives& Libraries

Bangla Academy

Bangladesh NationalMuseum

Osmani Museum

Zia Museum

Collecting and preserving new publications andpublishing bibliographies and giving ISBN number

Publishing research findings in the electronic andprint media

Directorate of Archives& Libraries

Preservation, development and displays ofimmovable archaeological, natural, anthropologicalmonuments, mementos of the Liberation War and folkculture; and establishment of local and specializedmuseums



Installation of the sculpture of the Father of the NationBangobandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at thecompound of the Bangladesh Folk Arts and CraftsFoundation


2. Increasing the Nationsintellectual depth through byupholding age old heritage,history, religious beliefs andspirits

Preservation and displays of monuments collectedfrom remote areas of the country


Bangabandhu MemorialMuseum

Osmani Museum Zia Museum

Establishment of modern reference libraries

Establishment of modern digital libraries to provide e-publications and e-information

Promoting reading habit at national level, supply ofbooks to primary school libraries and establishment ofICT facilities in libraries

Department of PublicLibraries

Establishment and expansion of public and privatelibraries

Developing the infrastructures of existing libraries

Department of PublicLibraries

National Book Centre

3. Increasing the Nationsintellectual depth by promotingreading habits among thepeople

Encouraging creative publications

Arranging book fairs at home and abroad

Bangla Academy

National Book Centre

4. Increasing the Nationsintellectual depth through the

preservation and expansion ofcreative works

Appropriate application of the Copyright Law

Arranging seminars, symposiums to prevent piracy ofmusic, films, art works, books, etc.

Ensuring compliance of undertakings under variouscontracts on creative works

Copyright Office

Celebration of International Mother Tongue Day on 21February

Selection of nominees for Ekushe Podok from thosewho made significant contributions in the fields ofculture, literature and arts

Secretariat

Research, development and implementation ofprograms on the Bengali Language and Literatures

Bangla Academy

Nazrul Institute

5. Increasing the Nationsintellectual depth by preservingand promoting the Bengalilanguage at the National andInternational levels

Publication of Nazrul album and CD, conduct coursesfor the trainers on Nazrul Music and arrangeinternational conferences on Nazrul

Establish a Nazrul Institute at the place connected toNazrul memory

Nazrul Institute


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ImplementingDepartments/Agencies

Preservation, research, publication of tribal cultureand languages

Tribal Cultural Institute,Rangamati

Tribal Cultural Institute,Bandarban

Coxs Bazar CulturalCenter, Coxs Bazar

Tribal Cultural Academy,Birishiri

Translation of national and internationally acclaimedliteratures and books

Bangla Academy

3.0 Poverty and Gender Reporting

3.1 Impact of Strategic Objectives on Poverty Reduction and Womens Advancement

3.1.1 Increasing the Nations intellectual depth through the promotion and development of native culture

Impact on Poverty Reduction: To promote local culture, cultural academies are being established andexpanded at the district and upazila levels. Also, local culture is being preserved, expanded and, culturaland economic activities are being run under the Bangladesh Folk Arts and Crafts Foundation. As a result alarge number of poor men and women are getting opportunities to learn and practice culture and arts.Construction, renovation and development of cultural centers are creating employment opportunities for thepoor.

Impact on Womens Advancement: A large number of poor men and women are getting opportunities tolearn and practice culture and arts at cultural centres at the district and upazila levels as these are beingestablished, preserved and expanded. Development programs for local culture are being undertaken by theBangladesh Folk Arts and Crafts Foundation. These are helping the women to enrich their cultural life.

3.1.2 Increasing the Nations intellectual depth through upholding age old heritage, history, religiousbeliefs and spirits

Impact on Poverty Reduction: Various activities have been undertaken and implemented to protect andpreserve archaeological sites and monuments in order to attract tourists. These efforts are providing thepoor with financial benefits by creating earning opportunities.

Impact on Womens Advancement: There is no direct impact.

3.1.3 Increasing the Nations intellectual depth by promoting reading habits among the people

Impact on Poverty Reduction: The Department of Public Libraries is making efforts to establish, expandand develop libraries in districts and upazilas. Through building these infrastructures, employmentopportunities for the poor are being created. Students and poor people are also getting free education fromthese libraries.

Impact on Womens Advancement: Women are participating in developing the infrastructures of publicand private libraries, and thus, employment opportunities for them are being created. These libraries arealso used by women, adding to their intellectual capabilities.

3.1.4 Increasing the Nations intellectual depth through the preservation and expansion of creative works

Impact on Poverty Reduction: There is nodirect impact

Impact on Womens Advancement: There is nodirect impact3.1.5 Increasing the Nations intellectual depth by preserving and promoting the Bengali language at

national and international levels

Impact on Poverty Reduction: There is nodirect impact.

Impact on Womens Advancement: There is nodirect impact.

3.2 Allocation for Poverty Reduction and Womens Advancement

(Taka in Thousand)

ProjectionParticulars

Budget2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Poverty Reduction 85,12,12 43,71,61 47,37,92 52,80,75 52,07,58

Gender 29,13,11 14,60,68 15,51,40 17,39,55 18,09,62


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Priority Spending Areas/Programmes Strategic Objectives

1. Establishment, expansion and development of libraries

New libraries will be established and the existing libraries will be modernized at thedistrict and upazila levels to expand reading habits and learning opportunities for themass. In addition, modern and standard reference centres for students andresearchers are also needed. Therefore, this sector has been given the top priority.

Promoting reading habits amongthe people

2. Promotion of native arts and culture

Events at the national and international levels, trainings and workshops will be arranged.These will make the cultural arena dynamic and ensure development and promotion ofarts and culture.

Promotion of native art andculture

3. Preservation of history, heritage and the native culture

Expert reports will be published to identify and preserve all archaeological sites,surveys will be conducted to assess cultural assets, and trainings will be arranged.Also museums will be established at the archaeological sites, existing museums willbe developed with focus on regions. Therefore, this sector has been given priority.

Upholding history, heritage andculture

4. Preservation and development of Bangla and Tribal languages:

Priority has been given to celebrate International Mother Language Day on 21February for upholding the spirit of the Language Movement; to award Ekushe Podokfor significant contributions in the fields of arts, literature and society. Priority has alsobeen given to create opportunities for conducting research on the local dialects as wellas other related languages in the development of Bangla.

Promoting Mother language atnational and international level

6. Copyright protection for creative works:

For the protection and expansion of creative works, attempts will be made to establisha network of copyright protection in all divisional headquarters by enacting theCopyright Act, 2000 and expanding the jurisdiction of the copyright office establishedunder this Act. Priority has been given to organize seminars and training programsregularly to build awareness about international contracts.

Preservation and expansion ofcreative work

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Medium Term TargetsIndicators

RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target2010-11

RevisedTarget

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1 Preservedarchaeological sites/monuments

2 Number 397 397 450 490 520 555 560 565 570

2 Increase of thereading habit of thepeople

1,3,4 % 20 20 25 25 28 32 36 42 45

3 Research andpublication onmother/triballanguages

5 Number 46 46 46 19 19 22 24 25 25

4 Archaeologicalartifacts

2 Number 24400 24419 24800 24874 25000 25250 25500 25700 25900

5.0 Recent Achievements, Key Activities and Outputs of the Departments andAgencies under the Ministry

5.1 Secretariat

5.1.1 Recent Achievements: The programme to celebrate the 150th

birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagorehas been undertaken. Every year Ekushe Podok is awarded and International Mother Language Day on 21February is celebrated. Also birth and death anniversaries of Nazrul, Michael Madhusudan, Lalon Shah,Jashimuddin were observed and carnivals were arranged. Cultural exchanges were performed through thecultural exchange programs - our cultural teams went abroad and foreign cultural missions visitedBangladesh. Also, the Copyright Act 2009and the Anthropological Races Cultural Institute Act 2010havebeen enacted. Rabindra Podok has been awarded to two prominent scholars in 2009 and another twoprominent scholars in 2010.

5.1.2 Key Activities, Probable Outputs and Strategic Objectives

Key Activities Probable Output Strategic Objectives

1. Formulation and implementation ofpolicies on cultural affairs

Updating the existing policies on cultural affairsand their implementation

1

2. Celebration of 21st February and

International Mother Language Day

Every year, observing 21 February and

International Mother language day at the

5


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national/districts/ Upazilas levels

Each year, award of Ekushe Podok to 15 scholarsin different fields

3. Celebration of the birth and deathanniversaries of Rabindranath andNazrul at the national level

Celebrating the birth and death anniversaries ofRabindranath and Nazrul in Dhaka, Chittagong,Comilla, Shilaidoho of Kushtia, Potishor ofNaogaon, Shahajadpur of Shirajganj, South Dihi ofKhulna and Trishal of Mymensingh

1

4. Observing the birth and deathanniversaries of prominent scholars

Observing the birth and death anniversaries of thegreat poet Alaol, Abdul Hakim, Jibananda Das,Sukanta Bhattacharya, Lalon Shah, MichaleMadhusudan Dutt, and Jashimuddin and holding offair

1

5. Awarding of Ekushe Podok every yearfor significant contributions made in thefields of arts, culture and literature

Awarding 15 Ekushe Podok every year 5

6. Implementation of the programme forthe development of native culture inupazilla, district and divisional levels

Cultural programmes at upazilla, district, anddivisional level for the development of nativeculture.

1

5.1.3 Output Indicators and Targets

Medium Term Targets

IndicatorsRelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-112011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1 National level fair onculture and literature

5 Number 9 10 10 10 11 12 12 12 12

2 Sending Culturaldelegation abroad andcelebrating culturalevents under culturalexchange programs

5 Number 12 12 15 15 16 18 20 22 24

5.1.4 Budget Estimates and Projections

(Taka in Thousand)


Budget

2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16Non-Development 13,61,10 14,88,50 15,79,05 17,09,95 18,15,15

Development 5,66,00 142,57,53 162,30,31 183,69,96 214,22,66

Total 19,27,10 157,46,03 178,09,36 200,79,91 232,37,81

5.1.5 List of Operation Units/Programs/Projects

Operation Unit/Programmes/Projects Related Key Activities

Operation Unit

Secretariat 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

5.2 Department of Archaeology

5.2.1 Recent Achievements: At the time of excavations at Monirampur, in the Jessore district in 2007-08, debris

of the foundation of a Jain temple, assumed to be built between the 1st

and 2nd

century was found. 14

excavations were undertaken at the site of Lalbagh Fort. During those excavations, objects found were:debris of earthen lid, lamps, terracotta slabs, terracotta tiles, rusted iron balls. During 2008-09, from the

south side of the tomb at the Mahasthan Gar a brick soling road and debris of a temple of the Gupta era

were found. Apart from these, a statue of meditated Buddha made of soft rock and two bronze statues

were found from the Shalbon Bihar of Comilla. During 2010-11 at Monirampur of Jessore district, broken

parts of stone statues of 1st

and 2nd

century and various other artefacts were found. Excavations of Lalbagh

fort revealed the existence of pre-Moghul habitation. At the site of Bhudist Monastery at Paharpur parts of

earthen wares, debris of terracotta slabs, stone balls and at Mohasthan Gar of Bogra brick soling road,

debris of a temple, a stone statue of meditated Buddha and two bronze statues were found.


Key Activities Probable Output Strategic Objectives

1. Identifying, excavating, revealing,preserving, development and displays of

archaeological sites and monuments

Completion of excavations at 10 sites

Practical training given to 100 researchers

2


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Preparing an average of 550 archaeologicalartefacts every year and excavated sites fordisplay

2. Renovation and preservation ofarchaeological artefacts and developingtourism at archaeological sites

Renovation, preservation and improvement ofcultural heritage and make the same attractive tothe foreign tourists

2


Medium Term Targets

IndicatorsRelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-112011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1 Collection andpreservation ofarchaeological artifacts

2 Number 397 397 516 490 520 555 560 565 570

2 Visitors to thearchaeologicalmuseums and sites

2 Numberin Lac

17.46 17.46 20.00 20.00 21.00 22.00 23.00 24.55 25.00


(Taka in Thousand)Projection

ParticularsBudget

2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 14,23,70 15,14,38 15,72,58 16,35,26 11,13,67

Development 13,79,00 0 0 0 0

Total 28,02,70 15,14,38 15,72,58 16,35,26 11,13,67



Operation Unit

Department of Archaeology 1

Approved Projects

1. Preservation and renovation of the Lalbagh Fort and the Mohasthan Gar, and starting lights

and sounds show at the Lalbagh Fort

1

2. South Asia Tourism Infrastructure Development Project (Bangladesh portion)

5.3 Directorate of Archives and Libraries

5.3.1 Recent Achievements: The National Archives building has been built. One laboratory has beenestablished for the collection and preservation of rare records in scientific methods. Arrangement has beenmade in that lab to preserve the records digitally. Digital photo-copy machines and a map copier have beeninstalled to provide reference services to readers and researchers. Recently, 40,000 documents/recordshave been collected and have been kept in CDs after scanning. The bibliography of 2009-10 has beencompleted. Due to introduction of ISBN number, the National Library is now able to collect new publicationsregularly.


Key Activities Probable OutputRelated Strategic

Objectives

1. Collection and preservation ofnational history and historicdocuments

Collecting 0.3 million records from the districtCollectorate record rooms

Facilities provided to the researchers and readers for theuse of collected records and books

Trainings on collection and preservation of documentsgiven to officers/employees of the Cabinet Division, otherMinistries/Divisions and the district collectorate recordrooms officials

2

2. Collecting and preserving newpublications and preparingbibliographies

Collection and Preparation of bibliography of newpublications, distribution of those bibliography at nationaland international level and encourage creative writings

ISBN to collected books

2

3. Circulation of research findings andpublications in electronic and printmedia

Digitization of 0.5 million old documents 2


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ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1. Information service(Archives)

2 Person 1000 950 1200 1100 1200 1250 1300 1325 1350

2. Information service(Libraries)

2 Person 5200 4500 5100 5000 5100 5300 5500 5600 5700

3. Collection andpreservation ofdocuments and files

2 Number

(lac)

2.50 2.00 3.00 2.50 2.75 2.80 2.80 2.90 3.00

4. Collection of newpublications

2 Number 3000 2965 3000 3100 3200 3500 3600 3800 4000

5. Training at Archives 2 Number 150 100 200 600 500 550 575 600 700

6. Assigning ISBNnumbers

2 Number 3000 2800 3000 3000 3100 3200 3500 3600 4000


(Taka in Thousand)


Budget

2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 2,75,20 2,78,55 2,81,30 2,93,05 2,95,30

Development 13,30,00 0 0 0 0

Total 16,05,20 2,78,55 2,81,30 2,93,05 2,95,30


Operation Unit/Programmes/ProjectsRelated Key

Activities

Operation Unit

Directorate of Archives and Libraries 1-3

Approved Projects

1. Building of Archives Bhaban (2nd

Phase) 1

2. Collection and preservation of rare documents using scientific methods 2

5.4 Department of Public Libraries

5.4.1 Recent Achievements: During the last three years, by establishing public libraries at the district level,around 13.4 million readers were given reading and reference facilities. Under the supervision of thisproject, library buildings have been constructed and other facilities created in 45 districts.

5.4.2 Key Activities, Probable Output and Strategic Objectives

Key Activities Probable Output StrategicObjectives

1. Establishment of modern and standardreference centres

Information service for 26 million readers 3

2. Establishment and expansion of public andprivate libraries

Expansion of the public library network in 100Upazilas

33. Infrastructure development of existing libraries Commencement of digital library services by

the vertical expansion of 64 public libraries3

4. Establishment of digital libraries to provide e-publication and e-information services

Providing 26 million researchers and readerswith information

35. Increase reading habits at national level,

supply books to primary schools libraries andinstallation of information and communicationtechnology in libraries

To build educated mass by supplying booksand installing information and communicationtechnology

3



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1. Library 3 Number 10 68 68 68 168 268 368 468 484

2. Reader 3 Person(lakh)

43.50 43 45 45 46 46.50 47 47.50 48

3. Development andexpansion of librarybuildings

3 Number 10 12 30 20 35 50 72 50 100

4. Reference service s 3 % 25 16 20 20 25 30 30 35 40


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(Taka in Thousand)

ProjectionParticulars Budget

2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 10,50,00 13,60,00 15,27,50 15,91,50 16,88,00

Development 35,00,00 0 0 0 0

Total 45,50,00 13,60,00 15,27,50 15,91,50 16,88,00


Operation Unit/Programmes/Projects Related KeyActivities

Operation Unit

1. Department of Public Libraries 1

2. Public Libraries at District Level

Approved Programmes

1. Distribution of books to selected Government Primary School 2, 3, 4

2. Implementation of Information and Communication Technology facilities in the Government Libraries

3. Vertical Extension and other construction work in Government Libraries of Rajbari district

4. Upward Extension and other construction work in Government Libraries of Bogra district

5. Motivation of College students from Upazilla to national level for encouraging their reading habit

Approved Projects

1. Development of Public Libraries at District Level (3rd

Phase) 1, 2

5.5 Copyright Office

5.5.1 Recent achievements: To stop piracy, two anti-piracy task forces were established and a large amount ofpirated goods were confiscated. The Copyright Act 2005 (Amended) and Copyright Rules-2006 have beentranslated into English and published in the Gazette.


Key Activities Probable Output Related StrategicObjectives

1. Proper application of the CopyrightAct

Prevention of piracy by running task forceoperations

Protection of copyright

4

2. Arrange seminars and workshopsto protect creative works frompiracy

Organisation of 18 seminars/symposiums/workshops

4

3. Follow international contracts oncopyrights for creative works

Following all the rules and regulations on copyrightincluding the WIPOs Berne Convention,UNESCOs Universal Copyright Convention andthe WTOs TRIPS (Trade Related IntellectualProperty Rights)

4



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

RevisedTarget

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1. Issuance of copyrightcertificates

4 Number 600 962 700 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200


(Taka in Thousand)


2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 65,37 66,42 67,22 68,22 69,47

Development 0 0 0 0 0

Total 65,37 66,42 67,22 68,22 69,47


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Operation Unit

Copyright Office 1,2,3

5.6 Bangladesh Shilpokala Academy

Recent achievements: At the 14th

Biennial Asian Fine Arts Exhibition Bangladesh-2010, 271 fine arts of150 artists from 27 countries were displayed. During the 17th Young Artists Exhibition in 2010, 177 fine artsof 156 artists were displayed. 900 artists received higher trainings on music, dance, drama, musicalinstruments and recitation in workshops at the Shilpokala Academy and the district Shilpokala Academies.At the Folk Drama Week Festival at Shilpokala Academy 60 Folk Dance Groups from far- flung areas of thecountry took part and 6 prominent Folk Dance Artists and researchers were honoured.



1. Patronage and improving the standard

research and training on music, dance,folk drama fine arts etc.

Publication of 20 research papers on 20 prominent

artists Publication of 4 research papers on folk drama,

jatra, music and dance

Training on music, dance, drama, musicalinstruments and fine arts for 10,000 artists of 57districts

Publication of 22 quarterly/ half-yearlyjournals/papers

1

2. Organization of various national andinternational and local culturalcompetitions and events

Organization of 120 national level culturalprogrammes/competitions/fairs

Organization of 3 international events on fine artsand drama

1

3. Celebration of Rabindra and Nazrul birthanniversaries at the national level

Organization of discussions and culturalcompetitions every year on the occasions ofRabindranath and Nazruls birth and deathanniversaries

1

4. Observing birth and death anniversariesof prominent artists and scholars

Organization of discussions and cultural events onthe birth and death anniversaries of 14-15prominent artists and scholars

1



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1 Training (song,dance, drama, etc)

1 Number 33 33 40 49 45 50 50 50 50

2 Cultural events atthe national level

3 Number 35 33 40 49 45 50 50 50 50

3 Organize fairs 2 Number 4 3 4 5 5 4 4 4 4


(Taka in Thousand)

ProjectionParticulars Budget2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 14,85,00 17,00,00 18,00,00 20,00,00 23,00,00

Development 24,41,00 0 0 0 0

Total 39,26,00 17,00,00 18,00,00 20,00,00 23,00,00



Operation Unit

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy 1,2,3,4

Approved Programmes

1. National Festivals on Seasons 1, 2


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Activities

2. Cultural Fairs in 64 districts

3. Cultural Competition at Upazilla and Union level

4. Patronage and to improve standard of drama, dance music and folk drama

5. To preserve the tangible and intangible cultural heritage of tribal people

Approved Projects

1. Construction of National Art Gallery (2nd

Phase)

2. Establishment of Hason Raja Academy

3. Training on Fine and Performing Arts (2nd

phase)

4. Renovation, Expansion and Reorganization of District Shilpakal Academies

1, 2

Probable Projects

5.7 Bangla Academy

5.7.1 Recent achievements: Significant achievements of the Bangla Academy during the last three fiscal yearsare- publications of 212 books for all levels of education; publications of 50 books on creative thinking andresearch findings for the development of the Bangla language and literature; and training on computercourses for 2160 persons. Bangla Academy Shahittya Awards were given to 12 persons; honouringfellowship of the Bangla Academy to 36 persons; Sadt Ali Khandakar Shahittya Awards to 3 persons,Meher Kabir Science Literature Award to 3 persons, Halima-Sharfuddin Science Literature Awards to 3persons, and Mazharul Islam poetry awards to 2 persons; celebrating the Ekushe Book Fair and organisingcelebratory events on important days.



1. Observing the birth and deathanniversaries of prominent scholars

Organization of 60 events 1

2. Collection and preservation of nationalhistory and historic documents

Collection and preservation of documents collectedfrom the Language Movement Museum, NationalLitterateur and Writers Museum, and Bangla

Academy Archives and opening those for publicdisplay

2

3. Encouraging creative writing andpublications

Training for 120 young writers 3

4. Organization of book fairs at home andabroad

Organization of 30 book fairs at home and 3 bookfairs abroad including the month-long Ekushe BookFair

3

5. Research and development of theBangla language and literature

Publication of 70 creative and intellectual researchworks/dictionaries/collections on folk literature andheritage

Publication of 130 books for all levels of education,including (vocational, technical, environmental etc.)

5

6. Translation of local and foreigncreative literatures and books

Translation of 30 books into English

Translation of 15 foreign books into Bangla

5

7. Establishment of museum for

Language Movement, NationalLiterature and Writers and archives forthe Bangla Academy

Preserving data for Language Movement, National

Literature and Writers through the establishment of amuseum and archives at Bangla Academy

2



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ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1. Publications of textbooks

5 Number 45 45 30 8 10 10 10 10 10

2. Publication ofcreative books andnews paper

5 Number 49 48 50 80 25 30 35 40 45

3. Training 1 Persons 700 680 720 700 768 768 768 768 768


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2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 14,50,00 15,40,00 16,94,00 19,25,00 19,89,00

Development 1,00 0 0 0 0

Total 14,51,00 15,40,00 16,94,00 19,25,00 19,89,00



Operation Unit

Bangla Academy 1-5

Approved Programmes

1. Write books on famous litterateur and on their works, collection of their works, write history of Bengaland Bengalees and regional and national literary conference

2. Development of folk culture

3. Repair and Maintenance of Mir Mosharraf Hossain Memorial

4. Dictionary on the evolution Bengalee language

5. Establishment of museum for Language Movement, National Literature and Writers and BanglaAcademy Archives

6. Writing and Publication of Bangla Grammar by the Bangla Academy

Approved Projects

2, 3, 6

1. Construction of Bangla Academy Building 5

5.8 National Book Centre

5.8.1 Recent achievements: During the last three years, Taka 1.88 crore in cash, and books worth 1.88 crorewere disbursed to 1058 private libraries. Two Dhaka Book Fairs, three Dhaka International Book Fair and57 book fairs at the upazila level were organized. Two international seminars were organized. Onebibliography titled Books of Bangladesh was published containing information on all new published books.



1. Establishment and expansion of publicand private libraries

Assistance for 2,100 libraries 3

2. Infrastructure development of theexisting libraries

Assistance for the development of 1000 libraries 3

3. Encouraging creative publications Eighteen awards for designing cover page and bodyof creative books

3

4. Organization of book fairs at home andabroad

Organization of six book fairs abroad

Organization of one book fair in each district everyyear

3


Medium Term TargetsIndicatorsRelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit Target

2009-10Actual

2009-10Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1 Assistance forestablishment of publicand private libraries

3 Number 550 493 500 500 550 600 650 650 650

2 Book fairs at home andabroad

3 Number 20 37 25 64 64 64 64 64 64


(Taka in Thousand)


2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 1,99,97 2,15,46 2,27,87 2,46,67 2,61,16


Total 1,99,97 2,15,46 2,27,87 2,46,67 2,61,16


12/17



Operation Unit

National Book Center 1-4

Approved Projects

1. Assistance for Renovation and Expansion of Private Libraries (1st

Phase) 3

5.9 Nazrul Institute

5.9.1 Recent achievements: During the last three years, the Nazrul Institute has published 32 books, 4 books

on Nazruls songs, one Nazruls work translated into English and 3 research papers, and published 6

research books on Nazrul in Bangla. Among these publications Rag Darshan in Nazrul Sangieet, The

Nazrul Songs Omnibus and the Britisj Raj and the rebel poet Nazrul have played a very significant role

in introducing Nazrul to other countries. Besides these, 1250 songs, dramas, short Dramas, recitations

have been transferred to CDs for future research. So far, 147 students received training on Nazruls songs

and recitations. During the last three years, to spread the practice of Nazruls songs using correct lyrics and

tune, Nazruls Music Authenticity Council authenticated musical notations of 38 songs in 19 meetings and

published those in books.



1. Research and training on variousfields of fine arts including music,drama and dance

Publication of six books of authentic Nazrul songs withcorrect lyrics and tune

Publication of three audio CDs on Nazruls songs withcorrect lyrics and tune

Nazrul Awards for 6 persons for making significantcontributions on Nazrul

Training for 300 pupils on reciting and singing Nazrulspoems and songs with correct lyrics and tune

1

2. Organization of various fine artscompetition events at the local,national and international levels


3. Celebration of birth anniversariesof Rabindranath and Nazrul


4. Implementation of research anddevelopment programmes for theBangla language and literature

Publication of 36 research works 5

5. Publication of Nazrul Albums andCDs, Conduct training for trainersand organize international NazrulConferences

Publication of Albums and CDs on Nazrul songs,conduct training courses on correct lyrics and tune ofNazrul songs for the trainers, organize national andinternational conferences

5

6. Establishment of Nazrul InstituteCentre in places connected withNazrul memory

Establishment of the Nazrul Institute centre at Comilla 5



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1. Research andpublication activities

1 Number 12 15 12 19 5 20 20 20 20

2. Training on songs& recitation s ofNazruls poems withcorrect lyrics andtune

1 Number 100 155 100 130 140 150 160 170 180

3. Publication of bookson authentic Nazrulsongs with correctlyrics and tune

5 Number 3 3 2 15 20 4 4 4 4

4. Events & Fairs 1 Number 27 25 15 20 20 20 20 20 20


13/17


(Taka in Thousand)


2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 1,80,02 2,50,00 2,50,00 2,73,01 3,00,01

Development 3,88,00 0 0 0 0

Total 5,68,02 2,50,00 2,50,00 2,73,01 3,00,01



Operation Unit

Nazrul Institute 1,2,3,4,5

5.10 Bangladesh National Museum

5.10.1 Recent Achievements: During the last three years, 3.90 million visitors entered the Museum. During the

same period, nine competitions on hand writing and painting were arranged. Three new galleries and 4foreign (Korean, Iranian, Swiss and Chinese) corners were installed. Also, 6 special displays wereorganized and 2 books and 4 catalogues were published. During last three years 153 mementos werecollected. Recently at gallery no 38, 39, 40, the correct history of our Freedom Fight has been depicted.



1. Collection, preservation, development anddisplay of immovable archaeologicalmonuments, anthropological artefacts,objects of the Liberation War and fine arts;and establishment of specialized museums.

Decoration of the galleries

Conversion into museum of the collectionscentre of Poet Jashimuddin, Sylhet divisionalmuseum and printing press of Kangal Harinathinto Museums

2

1. Collection and preservation of nationalhistory and historical documents

Digitization of museum management system 2

2. Collection, preservation and display ofmementos of our heritage and culturecollected from distant corners of the country

Collection of 300 mementos

Redecoration of three galleries to depict thehistory of independence movement, theLiberation War and the ethnic history of theBengali

2



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1 Number of visitors 2 Lakhpersons

13 13 13 14 15 16 16.25 16.50 16.70

2 Gallery 2 Number 44 44 44 45 46 47 47 47 47

3 Total exhibits 2 Number 86454 86460 86547 86550 86560 86560 86570 86580 86600

4 Publications 2 Number 6 6 6 7 9 10 11 12 13


(Taka in Thousand)


2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 12,51,78 11,28,60 13,14,30 13,98,28 15,80,36

Development 6,15,00 0 0 0 0

Total 18,66,78 11,28,60 13,14,30 13,98,28 15,80,36



Operation Unit

Bangladesh National Museum 1-3


14/17

500Operation Unit/Programmes/Projects Related Key

Activities

Approved Projects

1. Renovation and Development of Bangladesh National Museum 1

2. Construction of Country Poet Jashimuddin Centre, Faridpur 1

Approved Programme

1. Bangladesh National Museum ICT and Digitization Programme 2,3

2. Modernization, Renovation and Development of Bangladesh National Museum

3. Establishment of two subject wise Display Centre at Bangladesh National Museum

5.11 Bangabandhu Memorial Museum

5.11.1 Recent Achievements: Steps were taken to protect (using the most scientific methods) items inBangabandhus rooms such as clothes, furniture and other items that he used. Bangabandhu MemorialMuseum was renovated to display these items for the public. Also, steps were taken to display importantdocuments and souvenirs of the Independence Movement, Proclamation of Independence, and theLiberation War.



1. Collection and preservation of national historyand historic documents

Digitization of museum managementsystem

2

2. Collection, preservation and display of mementosof our heritage and culture collected from distantcorners of the country

Development of galleries and exhibits 2



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16


2.50 2.75 3.50 4.50 5.00 5.50 6.00 6.50 7.00

2 Gallery/corner 2 Number 2 2 2 2 2 3 5 7 83 Exhibits 2 Number 4950 5000 5000 5010 5020 5050 5060 5075 5090

4 Publications 2 Person 3 3 3 4 5 5 6 6 7


(Taka in Thousand)


2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 70,00 1,00,00 1,20,00 1,40,00 1,50,00


Total 70,00 1,00,00 1,20,00 1,40,00 1,50,00


Operation Unit/Programmes/Projects Related Key

ActivitiesOperation Unit

Bangabandhu Memorial Museum

5.12 Osmani Museum

5.12.1 Recent achievements: In order to acknowledge the contribution of General Ataul Ghani Osmani and hispatriotism and to depict the spirit of the Freedom Fight to the people, his paternal house has beenconverted into a museum with various documents depicting the activities of General Osmani. Every year9000 visitors visit the museum.



1. Collection and preservation of national history and

historic documents

Digitization of museum items 2


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501Key Activities Probable Output Related Strategic

Objectives

Collection, preservation and display of mementosof our heritage and culture collected from distantcorners of the country

Development of galleries and display 2



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1 Number of visitors 2 thousandpersons

10 9 11 10 11 11 11 12 12

2 Gallery/displaycorner

2 Number 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3


(Taka in Thousand)


2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development25,00 50,00 60,00 70,00 80,00


Total 25,00 50,00 60,00 70,00 80,00



Operation Unit

Osmani Museum 1-3

5.13 Zia Museum

5.13.1 Recent achievements: During the period from 2006-2009 the number visitors were 114010 (2006-7),114575(2007-8) and 125939(2008-9). During this period, one sculpture and the administrative buildingwere built and 5 new galleries were opened for visitors.



1. Collection and preservation of national history andhistoric documents

Digitization of museum items 2

3. Collection, preservation and display of mementos ofour heritage and culture collected from distantcorners of the country

Development of galleries and display 2



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

1 Number of visitors 2 Lakh

persons

1.30 1.30 1.40 1.40 1.45 1.45 1.45 1.50 1.50

2 Gallery /corner 2 Number 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17


(Taka in Thousand)


2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 90,00 41,71 48,52 54,34 54,06


Total 90,00 41,71 48,52 54,34 54,06


16/17



Operation Unit

Zia Museum 1-3

5.14 Bangladesh Folk Arts and Crafts Foundation

5.14.1 Recent achievements: Due to the implementation of various development activities, the number of visitorsto the Bangladesh Folk Arts and Crafts Foundation has increased to a great extent. During 2009-10, a totalof 6,66,900 people visited the Foundation. Three craftsmen have been selected for medals. Thedevelopment work of quarters for third class staff , public toilets, land development and parking space hasbeen completed. Recently, the Foundation has published 3 books. The policies about research andpublication and awarding the artists of fine arts have been formulated.



1. Preservation, development and displays ofimmovable archaeological, natural,anthropological monuments, mementos ofthe Liberation War and folk culture, andestablishment of local and specializedmuseums

Collection and preservation of 200 new items of finearts

Development of display arrangements in 10galleries

Addition of 100 new items for displays

Establishment of regional folk arts and a craftsinstitution in Rajshahi

2

2. Sponsoring and awarding significantcontributors to the development of folklorearts and crafts

Financial assistance for 100 poor craftsmen andartists

Every year awarding one artist from each of thethree categories of the Karushilpi Podok

1



RelatedStrategic

ObjectivesUnit

Target2009-10

Actual2009-10

Target

2010-11

Revised

Target

2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16


6.67 6.67 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.50 9.00 9.50 10.00

2 Collection ofexhibits

2 Number - - 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

3 Publications andprinting

2 Number 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

4 Awarding ofKarushilpi Podok

2 Number 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3


(Taka in Thousand)


2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16

Non-Development 2,10,00 2,25,00 2,60,00 2,80,00 3,00,00

Development 1,80,00 4,00,00 5,00,00 6,00,00 7,00,00

Total3,90,00 6,25,00 7,60,00 8,80,00 10,00,00



Operation Unit

Bangladesh Folk Arts and Crafts Foundation 1,2

Approved Projects

1. Extension of physical infrastructure and security system of Bangladesh Folk Arts and CraftsFoundation

Approved Programmes

1. Month long Cratfts Fair at the compound of the Bangladesh Folk Arts and Crafts Foundation 1

2. Sculpture of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at the compound of theBangladesh Folk Arts and Crafts Foundation

1


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5035.15 Tribal Cultural Institutes: Rangamati/Bandarban/Khagrachhari/ Coxsbazar Cultural

Centres, Monipuri Fine Arts Academy, Moulavibazar Tribal Cultural Academy, BIRISHIRINtrokona, Rajshai Divisional Tribal Academy, Rajshahi.

5.15.1 Recent achievements: These institutes are working hard to project the Old and rich cultural heritage oftribal people. Tasks undertaken by these institutes are- publication of books and collected works onliterature; teaching of tribal languages; translating tribal manuscripts into Bangla; recording tribal songs andmusic. Under the Museum and Library sections of these institutes various tribal items, old coins, traditionalclothes, ornaments, arts, crafts, paintings and musical instruments were collected, and burned claymonuments/models on the tribal lifestyle were constructed. Reading opportunities were created bypurchasing and preserving a number of valuable books and magazines for the libraries.



1. Preservation of and research and trainingon tribal music, dance, drama and finearts

Training on songs, dance and other culturalactivities for the promotion of tribal culture

Arranging events on music, dance and othercultural programme

1

2. Preservation, research, publication oftribal culture and languages

Arranging tribal language teaching courses 5

3. Promotion and Preservation of Tribalculture

Preservation of tribal cultural heritage throughthe establishment of Documentation and MusicTraining Centres

5

5.15.3 Output Indicators and Targets: Not Applicable

5.15.4 Budget Estimates and Projections: Not Applicable



Operation Unit

Tribal Cultural Institutes: Rangamati/Bandarban/Khagrachhari/ Coxsbazar Cultural Centres, Monipuri FineArts Academy, Moulavibazar Tribal Cultural Academy, Birishiri Ntrokona, Rajshai Divisional Tribal Academy,Rajshahi.

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Approved Programmes

1. Establishment of Tribal Music Training Centre cum Artist Hostel at Tribal Cultural Institute, Rangamati

2. Development and preservation of tribal culture in Moulavibazar district

3. Development and preservation of tribal culture in greater Mymensingh district

4. Preservation, expansion and strengthening of cultural heritage of the tribal people of Northern Region

5. Development and preservation of tribal culture in Bandarban district

6. Development and preservation of tribal culture in Rangamati district

7. Development and preservation of tribal culture in Coxsbazardistrict

8. Development and preservation of tribal culture in Khagrachhari district

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