PIONEER EDGE NEWS SERVICE/Dehradun
Students from 25 schools and educational institutions showcased their talent in Kathak and Bharatanatyam during the first Virasat Sadhana of Virasat Mahotsav 2026 at Himalayan Cultural Centre, Nimbu
wala on Monday. The programme was organised by the Rural Entrepreneurship for Art and Cultural Heritage (REACH) to promote Indian classical dance among children and provide them with a platform to display their skills.
Students from Hill Foundation School, The Arcadia School, Hill Foundation Dance and Music Academy, Saraswati Sangeet Mandir, St Joseph’s Academy, Mount Fort Academy, PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya IIP, Nadanta Dance Academy and Anahat Academy of Kathak and Yoga participated in the programme. Students from Sopan Sanskar School, Glee Music Academy, Nrityayog Kathak Institute, Brightlands School, PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Ordnance Factory, The Doon School and other institutions also presented classical dance performances.
Participants from Nirmal Nrityangan Music and Dance Academy, New Doon Blossoms School, Mount Litera Zee School, DAV PG College, Convent of Jesus and Mary, Shyama Prasad Mukherji College for Women, IMS Unison University, Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University and Small Bells also showcased their talent. Divyam Kumar accompanied Mrinalini Singh of IMS Unison University during her performance.
The performances highlighted the students’ understanding of classical dance traditions, expressions and discipline. The participants were appreciated by the guests for their efforts and enthusiasm.
The Virasat Sadhana programme aims to connect the younger generation with India’s classical dance traditions and encourage students to pursue the art forms. It also provides a platform for young performers from schools and educational institutions to showcase their skills as part of Virasat Mahotsav 2026.
