The Gita Mahotsav 2025, organised by the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC) cultural arm of the High Commission of India, Colombo, was celebrated with great devotion and artistic splendour on 09 December 2025 at the Panibharatha Theatre of the University of Visual and Performing Arts.
The cultural festival was jointly inaugurated by Dr. Satyanjal Pandey, Deputy High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, and Prof. Rohan Nethsinghe, Vice Chancellor of the University.
The evening opened with a spellbinding Kandyan dance presentation by the Ravibandhu Samanthi Dance Ensemble, led by Dr. Ravibandhu Vidyapathi. Their performance showcased the grace and dynamism of traditional Kandyan rhythms, accompanied by compelling choreography based on the great epic Mahabharat.
This was followed by a captivating recital by the disciples of Natya Kala Mandhir, under the direction of Kalasuri Smt. Vasugy Jegatheeswaran. Their devotional repertoire included Nirthiyanjali, Varnam, Gita Upadesam, and a vibrant Thillana, each reflecting the profound spiritual and aesthetic depth of Bharatanatyam.
The final segment featured the talented students of the Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Batticaloa. Their thematic production, titled ‘Yadhava Madhava’, artistically portrayed the divine leelas, wisdom, and charm of Lord Krishna through expressive storytelling, rhythmic precision, and refined classical movement vocabulary.
The programme was received with immense appreciation, celebrating the rich heritage of Indian classical arts while reflecting the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita—duty, righteousness, harmony, and spiritual awakening. The event stood as a meaningful testament to cultural exchange and artistic excellence.
