The Chhau Festival at Nimdih Gandhi Ashram, supported by Axis Bank Foundation (held on March 28-30), celebrated the rich heritage of Seraikela, Kharsawan (influenced by other Chhau dances and local Tribal dance) and Manbhum Chhau (Purulia Chhau style). Daytime workshops by Chhau gurus, mask-making, and instrument-making sessions encouraged hands-on learning. Panel discussions fostered exchanges between […] read more
Graceful and majestic, this dance captures the peacock’s beauty and pride through vibrant costumes and sweeping movements, symbolizing joy and elegance. Group Name – Shri Kedar Art Centre, Seraikela read more
Kerala came alive with rhythm, color and storytelling as the three day cultural festival “Chhau: Rhythms of Mask and Myth” travelled across Kannur, Kasaragod and Kozhikode from October 10 to 12, 2025. Held as part of Pavizhotsav, the 35th Anniversary Celebrations of the Folkland International Centre for Folklore and Culture, and supported by Banglanatak dot […] read more
The Chhau Festival 2026 unfolded from February 6th to 8th at the Nimdih Gandhi Ashram in Seraikela-Kharsawan, Jharkhand, bringing alive the mesmerizing energy of India’s tribal heritage. Curated around the evocative theme “Four Rhythms, One Soul,” the festival celebrated the four distinct traditions of Chhau—Seraikela, Kharsawan, Manbhum, and Mayurbhanj—through masks, martial movements, and powerful rhythmic storytelling that […] read more
Shib Puja portrays a devotee offering prayers to Lord Shiva, expressing profound reverence and devotion. Through sacred rituals and heartfelt supplication, the scene reflects the deep spiritual bond between the worshipper and the divine. This act of worship symbolises devotion, respect, and the enduring tradition of Shiva worship within Hindu culture. Group Name – Radha […] read more
