Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts

Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts was established in 2014 by the Government of Haryana through an Act of Haryana Legislative Assembly. Located in Khatkad, Sirsa, Haryana, this institution stands as India's first state university dedicated exclusively to performing and visual arts. The university was named after the legendary folk poet Dada Lakhmi Chand, who made significant contributions to Haryana's cultural heritage. As a State Public university, Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts operates under the purview of the Higher Education Department of Haryana. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Government of Haryana. Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts offers a diverse range of programmes across Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels in various disciplines of performing and visual arts including Music, Dance, Theatre, Fine Arts, and Applied Arts. The university admits students through merit-based selection and entrance examinations conducted by the university itself. The institution focuses on nurturing artistic talent and preserving traditional art forms while integrating contemporary practices, making it a unique destination for students passionate about arts and culture.