10 Stunning Photos From Pune's Dance Festival You Can't Miss

By: FPJ Web Desk | March 23, 2025

Nritya Guru Pandita Rohini Bhate Dance Festival was organized by him and presented by the Classical Dance Conservation Institute in Pune

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The event was attended by several dignitaries

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Minister Chandrakant Patil emphasized that that classical music and dance offer a unique, deeper pleasure

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He emphasized the importance of cultural programs in countering the negative impact of Western music trends on the youth

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Over 500 artists showcased their art in the two-day festival, with two renowned organizations participating

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The festival also paid tribute to Punyashloka Ahilyadevi Holkar in her birth centenary year

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Pune, often referred to as 'Nritya Pandhari', flourishes as a hub for classical dance despite lacking state support. In 1946, Rohini Bhate transformed Pune's dance landscape by establishing Nrityabharati.

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The festival pays tribute to Rohini Bhate and inspires many

Kothrud residents attended the festival in large numbers

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