EDUCATION AND CULTURE

CULTURAL AND LITERACY SOCIETIES

There are a few cultural and literary organisations in the district. A few of these are doing commendable work to promote social, cultural and literary activities in the district. The Marathwada Shikshan Prasarak Mandal, Bhir was established in 1960. It runs the Balbhim Arts and Science College at Bhir. The Yogeshwari Shikshan Sanstha at Ambejogai occupies an important position in the educational field. The Sanstha runs (since 1958) an Arts and Science College at Ambejogai. The faculty of Commerce was opened in 1961.

The Marathwada Sahitya Parishad at Bhir conducts various competitions and arranges lectures to promote literary activities. The Sane Guruji Katha Mala organises exhibitions, competitions and cultural programmes for children. The Mahila Mandals at Bhir and Ambejogai conduct various activities for women e.g., libraries, sewing classes, competitions, etc. The Marathi Mandal established in 1956 and the Sahitya Niketan in 1945 carry on activities to promote literary interest among the population. The Kala Kendra, established at Bhir in 1952, is recognised by the Sangeet Natak Academy of the Central Government. It stages dramas and arranges programmes of different artists.