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Vasantotsav celebration
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Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Delhi Kendra, in association with Kalashram - an institute run by Padma Vibhushan Pt. Birju Maharaj - celebrated its 7th Vasantotsav at the Bhavan's premises on March 21. The programme started with lighting of lamp, following which Ashok Pradhan, director of the Bhavan's Delhi Kendra, welcomed and felicitated Pt. Birju Maharaj with a bouquet. The performances began with Saniya Patankar, disciple of Ashwini bhide a renowned Classical vocalist. She presented Vilambit Laya Thumri and Bhairvi Bandish.
On this occasion, under the guidance of Saswati Sen, the students of Kalashram presented dances on Holi. The presence and performance of Pt. Birju Maharaj mesmerised the audience. The songs on Holi rendered by Birju Maharaj were well received by the audience.
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