What’s on this Year to Celebrate in India, 2016

Nimar Utsav 2016

When– November
Where– Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh
The venue situated on the bank of river Narmada, is a beautiful place in Madhya Pradesh. It is specifically held on the eve of Kartik Purnima. Organized by the state government of Madhya Pradesh, it is a three day event comprehending dance, music, drams and boating.

Kala Ghoda Art Festival

When– 6^th February- 14^th February
Where– Mumbai, Maharashtra
Kala Ghoda is a very popular art festivals, and it has purely become the reason for the birth of other art festivals of our country as well. This festival displays a various forms of art like music, heritage walks, visual arts, special events, literature etc.  It’s an integral part of promoting Maharashtrian culture.

Pongal

When– 15^th January 2016
Where– Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
This festival is celebrated with great pomp and show. It is mainly thematically with agriculture, and is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in South India.  It happens to coincide with Makar Sankranti, which is celebrated in North India. Pongal is also known as Tamil Nadu’s New Year.

Jaisalmer Desert Festival

When– 20^th February- 22^nd February
Where– Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
This alluring festival is a fantastic showcase of all the rajasthani things, and is best for the tourists to learn about the state’s culture and heritage value. It also includes some interesting competitions like ‘Mr. Desert’ peagent, a turban tying contest and a best moustache contest.

Ayurveda Jhansi Mahotsava

When– 19^th November- 25^th November
Where– Uttar Pradesh
This has indeed been an important section in the category of Indian fests. Ayurveda is India’s strong part in medicines and therefore this festival holds a beautiful opportunity in highlighting various Ayurvedic products.

Lasoong

When: December
Where: Sikkim
Sikkim, even being the smallest state has made itself capable of holding a special position in our country. Sikkimese New Year ‘Lasoong’ celebration is therefore a grand spectacle to behold. The people of this state are predominantly Buddhist, and so their celebrations are observed according to the Tibetan calendar.

Hola Mohalla

When– 25^th March- 27^th March
Where– Punjab
Hola Mohalla is celebrated at Anandpura Sahib Gurudwara, in the state of Punjab. It was introduced by Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. Darbars are held and Guru Granth Sahib is read on this day.

Delhi International Arts Festival

When– October/November
Where– Delhi
The festival showcase different forms of art and culture with a blend of Indian, western, traditional and contemporary forms of events and performances.  More events like theatre, puppet shows, exhibitions and cinema festivals also take place in DIAF.

Rann Utsav

When– December
Where– Kutch, Gujarat
Rann Utsav, is basically a carnival of Music, Dance, Enhance the nature beauty of White Rann/Dessert when the flash light of Kutch Utsav Full moon spread it on the white land.

India Yoga Festival

When– 4^th January- 8^th January
Where– La Cabana Beach and Spa, Ashwem Beach, Mandrem Rd, North Goa
It is the best place to know about the traditional Yoga and various styles of exercises, that have developed globally.  There are both paid and free programs.