Addressing the gathering on the occasion, the Minister highlighted the role of Bharat Rang Mahotsav as a powerful platform that connects India’s diverse cultural traditions, stories, and artistic expressions with audiences across the world.
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Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat inaugurated the 25th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav (BRM) 2026, the world’s largest international theatre festival, at the National School of Drama (NSD), Mandi House in the national capital with a grand opening ceremony on Tuesday evening.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, the Minister highlighted the role of Bharat Rang Mahotsav as a powerful platform that connects India’s diverse cultural traditions, stories, and artistic expressions with audiences across the world.
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He emphasised that such festivals help transform global perceptions of India’s art and culture by enabling a deeper understanding of the nation’s rich cultural heritage on an international stage.
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The opening ceremony was graced by eminent dignitaries from the fields of art, culture, cinema, and theatre. A key highlight of the evening was the launch of the NSD App-based Radio Station “Rang Akash” and the NSD OTT platform “Naatyam”, inaugurated by the Union Minister, marking a significant step in strengthening NSD’s digital and global outreach.
Celebrating 25 years of theatrical excellence, Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2026 is being held in its largest format to date, spanning over 40 locations across India and one country on each continent.
The festival features 277 Indian and 12 international productions, presented in 288 languages and dialects, showcasing a vibrant blend of traditional theatre forms, contemporary experiments, and cross-cultural dialogue.
The 25th Bharat Rang Mahotsav stands as a testament to India’s enduring cultural ethos and its commitment to fostering creative exchange, artistic innovation, and global cultural understanding.
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