Celebrating India's Living Heritage
WHY CII?
Culture & Enterprise
The CII Banaras Culture Biennale reflects the Confederation of Indian Industry's conviction that industry has an important role in enabling culture—not by defining artistic expression, but by building platforms, partnerships and institutions that allow creativity to flourish.
Just as CII has contributed to strengthening India's manufacturing, technology, sustainability and skilling ecosystems, it seeks to bring together artists, artisans, academia, government, philanthropy and industry to build a lasting cultural institution.
The Biennale has been conceived not as a standalone event, but as a long-term national platform that celebrates India's living heritage while fostering innovation, education, entrepreneurship and international collaboration.