The Department of Cultural Affairs has taken steps to introduce a new pension scheme for artistes.

According to Director of Cultural Affairs, Anusha Gokula, all artistes between the ages of 23 to 55 are eligible to apply for this new pension scheme.

She added that those who wish to be a part of this scheme can inquire fromtheir respective divisional secretaries in this regard.

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