Archive · 21 Nov 2025
President Murmu Inaugurates ‘Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav 2025’
President Murmu started a big cultural event called ‘Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav 2025’.
This event shows off arts, music, dance, and food from Western Indian states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.
Last year, it was about Northeastern states.
Many famous artists will perform, and the event wants to help people understand India's culture better.
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurates ‘Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav 2025’
Event showcases handicrafts, music, dance, literature, and foods of Western Indian states
Second edition after last year's Northeastern states focus
Over 250 artists, including Padma Shri awardees, to perform
Event aims to promote understanding of India's cultural heritage
- Who
- President Droupadi Murmu
- What
- Inaugurated ‘Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav 2025’
- When
- November 21, 2025
- Where
- Rashtrapati Nilayam, Hyderabad
- Why
- To promote understanding of Western Indian states' cultural heritage
Proponents of Cultural Exchange
Critics of Government Spending
Cultural Understanding
Proponents of Cultural Exchange
Events like these help people understand and appreciate different cultures within India.
Critics of Government Spending
The government should focus more on essential services rather than spending on cultural events.
- Duration
- Nine days
- Location
- Rashtrapati Nilayam, Hyderabad
- Number of Artists
- Over 250, including Padma Shri awardees
- States Represented
- Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Goa, Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli
- Event Focus
- Traditional dance, art, craft, and handloom forms
