51st All India Bhaskar Rao Nritya And Sangeet Sammelan

Date: 21st to 27th March 2022

Time: 6:00PM Daily

Venue: Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh

The 51st edition of All India Bhaskar Rao Nritya & Sangeet Sammelan took place with great success from 21st to 27th March 2025 at Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh. Renowned for showcasing the full spectrum of Indian Classical Music, the festival continues to be a highly anticipated cultural celebration, cherished by the artistic community across the country. This year’s event featured a stellar lineup of legendary and exceptionally talented artists, including Pt. Suresh Talwalkar (Tabla), Dr. Harvinder Singh (Vocal), Pt. Debasish Bhattacharya (Sarod), Dr. Tulika Ghosh (Vocal), Pt. Partho Bose (Sitar), Pt. Shounak Abhisheki (Vocal), Vidhushi Vyjayanthi Kashi (Kuchipudi), Pt. Pravin Godkhindi and Shadaj Godkhindi (Flute Duet), Pt. Sanjeev Abhayankar (Vocal), Pt. Rahul Sharma (Santoor), Vidhushi Padmaja Suresh (Bharatnatyam), Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt (Mohan Veena), and Pt. Yogesh Samsi (Tabla Solo), who left the audiences spellbound with their enthralling performances.

Upholding the rich traditions of the Kendra, the festival also honoured distinguished personalities for their invaluable contributions to the arts. “Taalyogi” Pt. Suresh Talwalkar was conferred with the prestigious title of “Taal Martand.” Smt. Anjana Rajan, eminent Bharatanatyam exponent and senior journalist, and Sh. Sidharth, a globally renowned artist, painter, scholar, and sculptor, were also felicitated for their remarkable achievements in their respective fields.