Kolkata, India | 19th Feb 2025| 5:00 PM | Rathindra Mancha, Jorasanko Thakurbari
February 17: The prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Sangeet & Nritya Mahotsav 2026 will present an enchanting evening of Indian classical music and dance, celebrating the depth of India’s cultural heritage and its enduring global resonance. The grand cultural gathering is scheduled for 19th February 2025 at 5:00 PM at the iconic Rathindra Mancha, situated within the historic Jorasanko Thakurbari in Kolkata.
The festival is being organised in association with Sarbabharatiya Sangeet O Sanskriti Parishad, reaffirming its commitment to preserving and promoting India’s classical traditions across borders.
A Celebration of Music, Dance, and Cultural Exchange
This year’s Mahotsav brings together eminent maestros, distinguished gurus, and talented performers from India and abroad, creating a powerful platform for artistic exchange and cultural unity.
Featured Performances Include:
Tabla Solo Recital by Vidwan Florian Schiertz
Vandana, Sur Sanchari Sangeet Vidyalaya, Krishnanagar
Direction: Vidushi Jaya Biswas
Vocal & Instrumental Performances by:
Vidushi Mitali Bhawmik (Vocal)
Shri Monit Paul Bharatha (Sarod Recital)
Shri Subhajit Dutta (Bharatanatyam)
Nritya Malancha Group Presentation
Kuchipudi Performance by Ms. Ipshita Chakraborty
Classical Dance Performances by:
Smt. Debdatta Lahiri (Odissi)
Smt. Trisha Pal Das (Kathak)
Co-Artists:
Pt. Amit Chatterjee
Shri Tapas Guha Thakurata
Dr. Kamalaksha Mukherjee
The evening will be gracefully anchored by Smt. Sonali Chattopadhyay, ensuring an engaging and seamless cultural experience for the audience.
Honouring Tradition in a Historic Venue
Hosting the festival at Jorasanko Thakurbari — the ancestral home of Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore — adds profound cultural significance to the occasion. The venue stands as a symbol of Bengal’s artistic and intellectual legacy, making it an ideal setting for this grand celebration of classical arts.
Strengthening Cultural Bridges
The Pravasi Bharatiya Sangeet & Nritya Mahotsav aims to:
Promote Indian classical music and dance globally
Provide a platform for established and emerging artists
Foster cultural dialogue between resident and diaspora communities
Encourage youth participation in traditional art forms
Through this initiative, the organisers reaffirm their commitment to sustaining India’s artistic heritage while embracing contemporary global audiences.
The event is proudly supported by Shreyas Webmedia Solutions Pvt Ltd.
Invitation
Art lovers, cultural enthusiasts, patrons of classical arts, and members of the media are cordially invited to attend this distinguished cultural evening and witness a confluence of rhythm, melody, and movement.
Contact & RSVP
RSVP: SWARANJALI
📞 9910300319
🌐 www.swaranjali.org
🌐 www.sssparishad.org
