Officials from Rashtrapati Bhavan, Rashtrapati Nilayam and Ministry of Textiles, Culture and Tourism, unveil the poster for the second edition of Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav in Hyderabad on Wednesday.
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Rashtrapati Nilayam, Bolarum, is set to host the second edition of the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav from November 22 to 30, bringing together the cultural, artistic and culinary heritage of India’s western States and Union Territories. The nine-day festival will showcase traditions from Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Goa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
Speaking at a poster launch at Rashtrapati Nilayam on Wednesday, officials said the event is expected to draw a larger audience than last year. The inaugural edition attracted more than 1 lakh visitors, and this year’s turnout is projected at around 1.5 lakh.
President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the festival on November 21. Entry for the general public will begin on November 22. The Ministry of Culture is leading the event with support from the Ministries of Textiles and Tourism.
Visitors will be able to explore a wide array of traditional handlooms, handicrafts and regional products. Highlights 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 expected to be among the major attractions.
Published – November 19, 2025 06:46 pm IST
