UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute for South Asian Arts (UMISAA)

In the media Kathmandu, Nepal - 18th December 2024

SAF Alumni Meet draws over 300 participants

The South Asia Foundation (SAF) Nepal Chapter organized the SAF Alumni Meet in Kathmandu in the first week of December. More than 300 alumni from SAARC member countries coming from various disciplines such as water resources engineering, journalism, green energy technology, international relations, law, development studies and forestry participated in the gathering graced by Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav, according to a statement issued by SAF Nepal Chapter.

News UMISAA, BNU, Pakistan - 13th December 2024

UNESCO Chair Investiture Ceremony at Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asian, BNU: Pioneering Inclusion through Art in Pakistan

Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asian Arts (UMISAA), Beaconhouse National University (BNU) proudly announces the Investiture Ceremony of the UNESCO Chair on Inclusion through Art, the first of its kind in Pakistan, to be held on December 13, 2024, at the university’s campus. This prestigious occasion marks a significant milestone in promoting inclusive and sustainable arts education on both a national and global scale.

News Thimpu, Bhutan - 11th December 2024

Ms. Kunzang Wangmo, UMISAA Alumna (Batch 2011-14), Wins 1st Prize in Art Competition

Heartiest congratulations to Ms. Kunzang Wangmo, an accomplished alumna of the Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asian Arts (UMISAA), Batch 2011-14, for winning the coveted 1st Prize at a prestigious art competition....

News UMISAA, BNU, Pakistan - 10th December 2024

UNESCO Chair Investiture Ceremony at Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asian, BNU: Pioneering Inclusion through Art in Pakistan

News Republica, The New york Times - 8th December 2024

Art as a bridge: SAF Exhibition celebrates South Asian unity

Speaking directly to the artists in attendance, Prof Hashmi challenged them to think deeply about the purpose of their work, “Every artist should ask themselves, 'Who is this for? Why am I doing this? Does it impact anyone’s life?' At that point, they create an audience for themselves."