Stories of strength, spirit and survival take centrestage at the 24th LalitArpan Festival in Delhi

From real-life tales to journeys of self-growth, the 24th LalitArpan Festival’s Kathak recitals celebrated artistry, resilience and timeless grace.

From inspiring real-life stories to lessons in embracing inner transformation, the Kathak recitals at the 24th edition of the annual LalitArpan Festival had it all. Take a look at all those who joined in to applaud the grit and gumption of the classical artistes.

From Padma Shri Shovana Narayan to Kathak artiste Nrityashree Alaknanda and artist Kathak danseuse Nrityashree Alaknanda, the festival stage came alive with powerful performances and graceful storytelling.

Padma Shri Shovana Narayan curated the festival.

Jyotsna Suri with Sangita Saxena and Vinai Kumar Saxena (LG of Delhi).

Shruti Gupta Chandra performed in the opening act, Agnipankh.

Kathak danseuse Nrityashree Alaknanda is a cancer survivor.

Artist Naresh Kapuria.

Bharatanatyam dancer Prathibha Prahlad.

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