The Information and Cultural Affairs Department was conceived with a view for the preservation and promotion of unique and vibrant heritage of Bengal and Bengali intellect.

This Department has intricately been involved with the timely and effective dissemination of messages of the Government to the public, which it serves.

Strive of the Department has also been extended for the whole some evolution of the film and television industry. This Department has been under the constant endeavour to discover, preserve and evince our archaeological glory, as well. To achieve the desired milestones in the direction of this Department, the responsibilities are delegated through 4 Directorates as briefed below.