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Gurudev Sri Ravi Shankar praises Madhya Pradesh for promoting art, culture

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As the global spiritual leader and humanitarian Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar graced the Madhya Pradesh

As the global spiritual leader and humanitarian Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar graced the Madhya Pradesh Festival 2025 being held at The Art of Living International Center here, the festival was witness to a divine evening, a blend of culture and spirituality with soulful music, cultural performances, wisdom and meditation. "When Madhya Pradesh shines, its cultural and spiritual light shines everywhere," said Gurudev.
 
He appreciated the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Mohan Yadav for his efforts in promoting the art and culture of the state. Gurudev shared how the great saint Adi Shankara took his Deeksha (initiation) at Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh and from there lay the foundation for spreading spiritual knowledge in the entire country. "Madhya Pradesh has played an important role in elevating and spreading Indian spirituality everywhere," he said. Another highlight of the evening was performance by Maihar band, an iconic bank established by the classical musician stalwart Ustad Allauddin Khan Sahib in 1918 with the inspiration of Brijnath Singh Judev, the then king of Maihar Princely state.
 
This band has played an important role in keeping the tradition of Indian classical music thriving. Apart from the traditional instruments, the band uses rare instruments like the Naltarang made from gun tubes. Maihar performance was followed by Shiva Stuti by artists from Jabalpur and a mesmerizing dance drama by Smt. Jayalakshmi Ishwar, renowned Bharatnatyam exponent.
 
The four-day festival showcases the traditional music, dance forms, and authentic cuisine of Madhya Pradesh, along with an exhibition of handicrafts and textiles that the region is famous for including Gond and Bheel paintings, Zari Zardozi, or Chanderi silk. Apart from the food festival, the event is hosting around many artists from Madhya Pradesh who are representing the state’s cultural and folk traditions. Around 10,000 people have arrived in the Ashram to participate in various programs as part of the four-day festival.
 
 
 
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