Festival Showcase
This is the soul of the festival—six interconnected worlds you can walk through, taste, feel, and co-create in:
Art, Design & Craft
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Site-specific installations in temple ruins and open fields
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Showcases of kosa silk, bell metal, terracotta, bamboo craft
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Workshops in bamboo weaving, mural-making, and natural dyes
Film Festival
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Screenings of films centered on heritage, identity, and local stories
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Mobile cinema in surrounding villages
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Film labs and competitions for rural youth
Performances
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Tribal and folk performances: Pandavani, Raut Nacha, Karma Nritya
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Fusion evenings featuring collaborations between rural and urban artists
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Open mic spaces for poetry, hip-hop, and storytelling
Heritage Engagement
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Curated walks through Laxman Temple and monastery ruins
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Sketching and sunset storytelling sessions
Culinary & Village Life
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Traditional village feasts prepared by local women
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Forest food walks and cooking collaborations with urban chefs
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“Day in the Village” immersive experiences
Culture Bazaar
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Artisan markets with zero-fee stalls for SHGs and rural creators
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Live demonstrations of bell casting, loom work, and forest craft
Performances