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Hyderabad Gears Up for Second Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav, Celebrating Western India’s Heritage

HYDERABAD – The second edition of the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav is set to commence at Rashtrapati Nilayam in Bolarum, Hyderabad from November 22nd to 30th, 2025. The nine-day festival will celebrate the rich cultural, artistic, and culinary heritage of India’s western states and Union Territories, including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Goa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, and Daman & Diu.

Officials from Rashtrapati Bhavan, Rashtrapati Nilayam, and the Ministries of Textiles, Culture, and Tourism unveiled the festival’s poster on Wednesday, anticipating a larger audience than the inaugural edition, which drew over 100,000 visitors. Organizers project a turnout of approximately 150,000 this year.

President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to inaugurate the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav on November 21st, with public access beginning the following day. The Ministry of Culture is leading the event, with support from the Ministries of Textiles and Tourism.

Attendees can expect a diverse showcase of traditional handlooms, handicrafts, and regional products. Featured items include Kutch Bandhani from Gujarat, Kota Doria sarees and Pattu cotton weaves from Rajasthan, Kolhapuri chappals and Paithani sarees from Maharashtra, and Goa’s Kumbi sarees. A regional food court featuring 13 curated stalls is also expected to be a significant attraction, offering a taste of the region’s diverse culinary landscape. The event promises a vibrant celebration of India’s western cultural tapestry.

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