The tsunami tragedy led to another change in the itinerary. The customary entertainment and cultural events, which take place in the evenings, have either been done away with or toned down.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is flanked by maestros Dr Balamuralikrishna and Pandit Bhimsen Joshi during the inauguration ceremony on January 7.
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