July 11: Swaranjali Delhi is proud to announce “Colours of India 2026”, a grand cultural extravaganza showcasing the vibrant diversity of Indian classical music, dance, and folk traditions. The event will be held on 13 August 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Tagore Government College of Education Hall , Middle Point, M G Road, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman & Nicobar Islands,
The festival aims to bring together artists from different parts of India, creating a platform that celebrates the country’s rich artistic legacy while fostering cultural unity and harmony.
The evening will commence with an energetic group dance presentation by Vikash Dance Akademi, Port Blair, followed by a distinguished Classical Vocal Recital by Pt. Bhutnath De of Jharkhand, accompanied on tabla by Pt. Susamoy Mishra. Audiences will also witness a captivating Solo Sitar Recital by Vidwan Subrata De, accompanied by Pt. Susamoy Mishra.
The program will further feature performances by Daksh Akademi, Port Blair, an elegant A major highlight of the evening will be the concluding performances by Hakimpara Nritya Malancha, Siliguri, under the guidance of Guru Vidushi Sangita Chaki. The group will present a series of classical and devotional performances including Ganapati Shlokam, Saraswati Shlokam, Durga Kirtanam, Shiva Kirtanam, and Kathak recitals by talented young artistes.
The grand finale, themed “Colours of India,” will take the audience on a cultural journey across the nation through vibrant folk dance traditions representing Bengal, Assam (Bihu), Nepal, Odisha (Sambalpuri), Tripura, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Kashmir, Gujarat, and Punjab. The evening will culminate with a stirring rendition of Vande Mataram by the Hakimpara Nritya Malancha ensemble.
Anchor: Smt Rashida Iqbal
“Colours of India 2026” seeks to celebrate India’s cultural plurality and strengthen bonds of peace, unity, and mutual appreciation through the universal language of art and music. The organizers extend a warm invitation to art enthusiasts, cultural patrons, tourists, students, and residents of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands to be a part of this memorable celebration.
Acknowledgements: The organizers gratefully acknowledge the support of Chairperson -Municipal Council- PortBlair, Tagore Government College of Education- Sri Vijaya Puram, Shri Ayush Raj & Team, Shri Ajesh Aggarwal & Smt. Sunita Aggarwal ,Smt. Princy ,Shri L. Rajendra , Mr. & Mrs. Ratna Wagh (ABSS Pune), Shri Mridul Nath (RMS Audio Hyderabad), Smt. Ruma Mishra- Dhwani Foundation (Delhi), Shri Debraj & Smt. Mary Das (Jamshedpur), Shri Sanjit Debnath (Maa Tara- Port Blair), Mr. Amit Mishra -RepairnFix (Faridabad) & Locally- Daksh Dance Akademi, Vikash Akademi, Muktadhara- Sri Vijaya Puram.
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The Details Program Schedule-
Opening Group Dance – Vikash Dance Akademi, Port Blair
Classical Vocal Recital – Pt. Bhutnath De (Jharkhand), accompanied by Pt. Susamoy Mishra on Tabla
Solo Sitar Recital – Vidwan Subrata De (Delhi), accompanied by Pt. Susamoy Mishra on Tabla
Group Dance Presentation – Daksh Akademi, Port Blair
Bharatanatyam Recital – Ms. Rajasi Wagh, Pune
Vocal Recital – Mrs. Vineet Talukdar, Port Blair
Hakimpara NrityaMalancha, Siliguri- The troupe will present a series of classical and devotional performances:
Ganapati Shlokam – Hrishita Das, Doli Mahanta, Kasturi Das Barman, Prakriti Thapa & Shrestha Sarkar
Solo Bharatnatyam - Smt. Rimpi Saha Banik
Kathak Solo – Avipsha Adhikari
Saraswati Shlokam – Doli Mahanta
Durga Kirtanam – Shrestha Sarkar
Shiva Kirtanam – Kasturi Das Barman
Avata Shyam – Prakriti Thapa
Shiva Kirtanam – Hrishita Das
Kathak Presentation – Guru Vidushi Sangita Chaki
Grand Finale: Colours of India- A vibrant celebration of India’s diverse folk traditions featuring:-
Bangla Folk Dance – Doli Mahanta, Shrestha Sarkar & Avipsha Adhikari
Bihu (Assam) – Sharmistha Das, Moupia Adhikari & Priti Karmakar
Nepali Folk Dance – Prakriti Thapa
Sambalpuri Folk Dance (Odisha) – Hrishita Das & Kasturi Das Barman
Tripura Folk Dance – Avipsha Adhikari
Rajasthani Folk Dance – Shrestha Sarkar & Prakriti Thapa
Marathi Folk Dance – Kasturi Das Barman, Hrishita Das & Doli Mahanta
Kashmiri Folk Dance – Avipsha Adhikari
Gujarati Folk Dance – Sharmistha Das, Moupia Adhikari, Keya Das Barman & Priti Karmakar
Punjabi Folk Dance – Hrishita Das, Kasturi Das Barman, Doli Mahanta & Shrestha Sarkar
Vande Mataram – Grand Finale Presentation by Hakimpara NrityaMalancha, Siliguri. This concluding segment promises to showcase the rich cultural tapestry of India through music, movement, and tradition.
Anchor- Smt Rashida Iqbal
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