Kala Academy

Situated at Campal, Panjim, it is registered as a society, and was started in February 1970.

It plays the role of being an "apex body to develop music, dance, drama, fine art, folk art, literature, etc.

"[1] Funded by the Government of Goa, the centre offers training through its faculty, and also organises festivals, competitions, exhibitions, workshops, seminars, and other programmes related to various forms of the local arts.

[2][3] It has a General Council of 28 members, a 14-member Executive Board, and advisory committees for various sections.

In August 29, the government of Goa said the structure could not be repaired or renovated and might have to be demolished.

A view of Kala Academy, Goa, the main venue for the inaugural ceremony of the 35th International Film Festival of India (held from 29 November to 9 December 2004)