Rajasthan govt to give financial assistance to artists

Jaipur:

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has decided to provide a one-time assistance of Rs 5,000 to the artists facing financial problems due to circumstances arising out of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a release.

About 2,000 artists, who are financially weak, will be benefited with the decision.

The assistance amount will be provided through the Artists Welfare Fund, according to the release.