Manipur State Kala Akademi is an autonomous body under the Department of Art and Culture, Government of Manipur. It was established in the year 1972 as a composite version of the three National Akademies, i.e., Sangeet Natak Akademi, Sahitya Akademi and Lalit Kala Akademi. It functions as the cultural agency of Government of Manipur for preservation, promotion and propagation of the varied and diverse art forms of the State and its rich cultural heritage including its literary and visual art traditions.