The Sangeet Natak Akademi to Illuminate Seven Shaktipeeths with Shakti Festival of Music and Dance
Sangeet Natak Akademi to organize ‘Shakti - Festival of Music and Dance’ at seven different Shaktipeeths in the country from 9th to 17th April
In a spirited homage to India's temple traditions, the Sangeet Natak Akademi, under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is set to enliven the Navaratri festivities with 'Shakti - Festival of Music and Dance'. From 9th to 17th April 2024, this celebratory confluence of music, dance, and divine femininity will tour across seven sacred Shaktipeeths, marking an extraordinary endeavour to rejuvenate India's spiritual and cultural ethos.
Commencing at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, the festival will journey through Mahalakshmi Temple in Kolhapur, Jwalamukhi Temple in Kangada, Tripura Sundari in Udaipur, Ambaji Temple in Banaskantha, Jai Durga Shaktipeeth in Deoghar, and culminate at Shaktipeeth Maa Harsidhi Temple in Jaisinghpur, Ujjain. Each venue, chosen for its profound spiritual heritage, will serve as a vibrant backdrop to an array of performances that delve into the depths of India's artistic traditions.
The festival's inception at the revered sites is not just a celebration but a mission to bridge the sacred with the secular, inviting people from all spheres to experience the unity of art and spirituality. The Akademi's initiative stands as a testament to the enduring power of India's temple traditions in nurturing the country's intangible cultural heritage.
With an eclectic lineup featuring eminent and emerging artists, 'Shakti - Festival of Music and Dance' aims to showcase the country's diverse performing arts landscape. The festival not only promises to enchant audiences but also to enlighten, offering insights into the intricate relationship between spirituality and the arts in Indian culture.
As the festival makes its pilgrimage across the Shaktipeeths, it weaves a narrative of devotion, artistry, and community, echoing the divine energy of the goddesses it venerates. This initiative by the Sangeet Natak Akademi not only aims to revitalize temple traditions but also to reinforce the fabric of India's shared cultural heritage.
The 'Shakti - Festival of Music and Dance' underscores the Akademi's commitment to the preservation and promotion of the performing arts, ensuring their continued relevance and resonance in the contemporary era. As the festival draws to a close, it leaves behind a legacy of rejuvenated traditions and a collective aspiration for a future where India's ancestral art forms continue to flourish and inspire.