Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Pune Festival Trust Elects New Leadership
The Pune Festival Trust has chosen new leaders after the passing of its founder, Suresh Kalmadi.
Krishnakumar Goyal is the new President, Meera Kalmadi is the Chairperson, and Dr. Satish Desai is the Secretary.
Hema Malini will continue as the Patron.
The festival, which has been a big cultural event for 37 years, will keep going strong with the same dedication.
The next festival is planned for September 14 to 25, 2026.
The trustees promise to keep the festival as special as it has always been.
Pune Festival Trust elected new office-bearers following the demise of founder Suresh Kalmadi.
Krishnakumar Goyal was elected President, Meera Kalmadi as Chairperson, and Dr. Satish Desai as Secretary.
Hema Malini continues as Patron, and Subhash Sanas and Adv. Abhay Chhajed retain their roles as Vice President and Chief Coordinator, respectively.
The trustees reaffirmed their commitment to carrying forward Kalmadi's legacy and maintaining the festival's high standards.
The 38th Pune Festival is scheduled for September 14 to 25, 2026.
- Who
- Pune Festival Trust
- What
- Elected new office-bearers
- When
- During a meeting following the demise of late Suresh Kalmadi
- Where
- Pune
- Why
- To continue the legacy of the Pune Festival and honor the late founder's vision
Continuity and Tradition
Change and Innovation
Leadership Style
Continuity and Tradition
Maintain the vision and methods of the late Suresh Kalmadi to preserve the festival's legacy.
Change and Innovation
Introduce new ideas and modern approaches to adapt the festival to contemporary tastes and trends.
Festival Focus
Continuity and Tradition
Keep the festival deeply rooted in traditional cultural elements to honor its heritage.
Change and Innovation
Expand the festival to include more diverse and modern cultural expressions to attract a broader audience.
- New President
- Krishnakumar Goyal
- New Chairperson
- Meera Kalmadi
- New Secretary
- Dr Satish Desai
- Patron
- Hema Malini
- Festival Dates
- September 14 to 25, 2026
- Festival Duration
- 37 years under Suresh Kalmadi