Archive · 21 Dec 2025
59th Bengali Drama Festival Begins in Lucknow
A big drama competition for full-length Bengali plays started in Lucknow.
It's the only one of its kind in India and will run until early 2026.
Teams from different parts of the country are participating.
The opening ceremony had traditional puppet shows and a special play.
A high-ranking government official inaugurated the event.
This competition helps keep Bengali theatre traditions alive outside West Bengal and brings the community together to celebrate their culture.
The 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition began in Lucknow on December 20, 2024.
It is India's only full-length Bengali-language drama competition, featuring 16 theatre teams from Delhi, Ahmedabad, and West Bengal.
The event aims to nurture theatre, cultural exchange, and celebrate Bengali language and traditions.
The opening ceremony showcased traditional Putul Nach (puppet theatre) and a Shruti Natak performance.
The festival was inaugurated by Partha Sarthi Sen Sharma, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh.
- Who
- 16 theatre teams from Delhi, Ahmedabad, and West Bengal
- What
- 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition
- When
- December 20, 2024 - January 8, 2026
- Where
- Bengali Club and Youngmen’s Association, Lucknow
- Why
- To nurture theatre, cultural exchange, and celebrate Bengali language and traditions
- Event Name
- 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition
- Location
- Bengali Club and Youngmen’s Association, Lucknow
- Duration
- December 20, 2024 - January 8, 2026
- Participating Teams
- 16 theatre teams from Delhi, Ahmedabad, and West Bengal
- Opening Performance
- Putul Nach (Thakumar Jhuli) by Baruipur Gangaradi Puppet Theatre Group
- Inauguration
- Partha Sarthi Sen Sharma, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh