Celebrating the legacy of Assam's cultural visionaries through art, music, theatre and creative expression.
The Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir is a major cultural and performing-arts venue situated at Khanapara, Guwahati. Conceived as a landmark cultural facility, it provides a spacious setting for large-scale artistic performances, cultural festivals, theatrical productions, musical presentations, conventions and public gatherings.
With a reported seating capacity of approximately 5,000 persons, the venue represents a significant addition to Assam's cultural infrastructure. It was inaugurated on 29 December 2025 by the Union Home Minister of India, Shri Amit Shah, marking an important milestone in the development of modern facilities dedicated to the promotion of the state's artistic and cultural heritage.
Named in honour of Rupkonwar Jyotiprasad Agarwala and Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha, two of Assam's most celebrated cultural personalities, the institution commemorates their extraordinary contributions to Assamese literature, music, theatre, cinema, visual arts and social consciousness.
The Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir embodies the spirit of its creative legacy by providing a platform where traditional artistic expressions, contemporary performances and wider cultural exchanges can come together, strengthening Assam's position as a centre of artistic excellence and cultural engagement.
The Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir is intended to accommodate major cultural, artistic, academic and institutional events, subject to the applicable venue management arrangements and booking regulations.
Organisations and individuals interested in organising programmes should contact the designated venue management authority for information regarding availability, booking procedures, applicable charges, technical facilities and other requirements.