Republic Day at the Sangam
On the 11th day of the Mahakumbh 2025, coinciding with Republic Day, the confluence of spirituality, Indian culture, and patriotism will take center stage. The Uttar Pradesh Culture Department has curated a diverse array of performances across the Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, and Triveni pavilions at the Sangam in Prayagraj. Notable among these is a soulful musical performance by Bollywood singer Sadhana Sargam, promising a memorable experience for attendees.
Highlights of Republic Day Events at Mahakumbh
Ganga Pavilion:
Audiences will enjoy a fusion of Bollywood melodies and classical artistry at this pavilion. Key performances include:
- Sadhana Sargam (Bollywood Singer)
- Deepika Reddy (Hyderabad) – Kuchipudi Dance
- Kala Ramnath (Maharashtra) – Violin, Music Academy Awardee
Triveni Pavilion:
This pavilion will feature a mix of classical and semi-classical performances, promising a spiritual and cultural journey:
- Snehalata Mishra (Delhi) – Classical/Semi-Classical Singing
- Ravishankar Upadhyay (Delhi) – Pakhawaj Performance
- Kantika Mishra (Lucknow) – Kathak Dance
- Ashutosh Pandey (Kanpur) – Bhajan
Yamuna Pavilion:
The Yamuna Pavilion will showcase the richness of Hindustani music and Indian dance traditions:
- Abha-Vibha Chaurasia (Madhya Pradesh) – Hindustani Vocal
- Priya Venkataraman (Delhi) – Bharatnatyam Dance
- Sandeep Malik – Kathak Dance
- Rajan Tiwari (Banaras) – Bhajan
- Folk Performances:
- Omkar Nath Awasthi (Unnao) – Alha
- Sudarshan Yadav (Chandauli) – Birha
- Pratima Yadav (Ambedkarnagar) – Awadhi Singing
- Ramhit (Gorakhpur) – Faruwahi
- Rajnish (Pilibhit) – Tharu Tribal Performance
Saraswati Pavilion:
For drama and devotional music enthusiasts, the Saraswati Pavilion will feature:
- Ashok Bhantia (Mumbai) – Madhav Natak
- Manoj Yadav (Lucknow) – Bhajan
- Akhilesh Mishra (Lucknow) – Bhajan
A Cultural Extravaganza
This year’s Mahakumbh highlights India’s diverse cultural heritage while resonating with the patriotic fervor of Republic Day. From folk traditions like Faruwahi and Birha to classical performances like Bharatnatyam and Kathak, the events promise to immerse visitors in a unique spiritual and cultural experience.
Source:PIB
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