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August 15: Rashtrapati Bhavan To Showcase India’s Traditions And Cultural Heritage On 80th Independence Day

As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day on August 15, Rashtrapati Bhavan is set to showcase the country’s rich traditions, diverse cultural heritage and spirit of unity. The historic presidential residence will become a prominent venue for highlighting India’s vibrant cultural identity and the traditions that have evolved across different regions. Approximately 35 performers from the states…

August 15: Rashtrapati Bhavan To Showcase India’s Traditions And Cultural Heritage On 80th Independence Day

On August 15, as India commemorates its 80th Independence Day, the iconic Rashtrapati Bhavan will transform into a vibrant showcase of the nation's rich cultural traditions and heritage. The historic presidential residence will host approximately 35 performers from Chhattisgarh, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra, each bringing their unique folk dances and musical heritage to the forefront.

President Droupadi Murmu will open Amrit Udyan, the Presidential Residence Gardens, on August 15, with the theme highlighting the connection between cultural traditions, communities, and nature. The summer annuals of Amrit Udyan will be open to the public from August 16 to September 15, from 10 am to 6 pm, closed on all Mondays for maintenance.

Folk dances and musical traditions from the four participating states will take center stage in the Independence Day Reception. Goan Ghode Modni, a daring warrior-themed folk dance, will be performed by artists draped in faux wooden horses, wielding swords while executing rhythmic steps during the spring Shigmo festival. Maharashtra's Lavani and Songhi Mukhawate, Chhattisgarh's Gedi and Gaur Madiya, Madhya Pradesh's Bhagoria and Baiga Karma, and Goa's Samai and Ghode Modni will be showcased.

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