Guwahati: The BNU Festival, one of the city’s eagerly awaited festivals, once again lived up to its reputation by bringing together art lovers and talented young dancers under one roof.
A brainchild of Seama Purkayastha Roy, the founder of Projexel Foundation, the festival was launched in 2018 and has since carved a niche for itself as a vibrant cultural platform, dedicated to discovering, nurturing, and promoting young and emerging talents in Indian classical dance.
Over the years, it has opened doors for promising artistes to showcase their skills on both national and international stages.
Staying true to its legacy, the landmark 10th edition of the festival was held at Lohia Lion’s Auditorium, Guwahati, on July 18. The audience was treated to a veritable feast of captivating Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Kathak, Gauriya, and Sattriya performances that left spectators spellbound.
The grand event witnessed the gracious presence of several distinguished dignitaries, eminent artistes, cultural personalities, and guests, making the occasion both memorable and inspiring.
They applauded Seama Purkayastha Roy for her unwavering dedication in preserving and propagating about the rich Indian classical dance heritage. Their encouragement and appreciation motivated the young performers to pursue excellence in preserving India’s rich cultural heritage.
Nearly 200 participants representing Assam, and various states of Northeast India showcased their remarkable talent through captivating performances in different forms of Indian classical dance including Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Kathak, Gauriya and Sattriya. The festival reflected the region’s growing commitment to preserving and promoting the country’s traditional performing arts.
Addressing the gathering, founder Seama Purkayastha Roy reaffirmed Projexel Foundation’s commitment to creating meaningful platforms for young artists and strengthening India’s cultural legacy through the continued promotion of classical arts.
The festival concluded on a celebratory note with the felicitation of all participants. Certificates and commemorative mementoes were presented in recognition of their dedication, artistic excellence, and enthusiastic participation.
Over the past decade, the BNU Festival has gone from strength to strength, emerging as one of the Northeast’s most significant cultural initiatives. By inspiring young dancers, fostering cultural exchange and upholding the timeless traditions of Indian classical dance, the festival continues to play a pivotal role in ensuring that India’s classical dance heritage remains
