Sagar Watch News/ Universities across India continue to serve as vibrant platforms for cultural celebration and intellectual discourse, hosting national festivals and international seminars that connect art, heritage and contemporary thought with academic engagement.
1. National Theatre Festival at Dr Harisingh Gour University
A five-day National Theatre Festival is being organised from February 20 to 24, 2026, at Dr Harisingh Gour University, Sagar, under the joint aegis of the North Central Zone Cultural Centre, Prayagraj, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and the University Cultural Council.
In the evening session, the globally acclaimed play All My Sons by Arthur Miller was staged in Hindi as “Saare Mere Bete,” directed by Happy Ranjit Singh and presented by Unicorn Actors Studio, New Delhi.
Chief Guest and Sagar MP Dr Lata Wankhede described theatre as a powerful medium of dialogue that reflects social realities with emotional depth.
Socialist thinker Raghu Thakur highlighted the play’s message of humanity triumphing over violence. Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof. Divakar Shukla praised the collaborative efforts behind the festival.
Set in post-World War II America, the play explores moral guilt, responsibility, and the tragic consequences of unethical decisions, leaving the audience deeply moved.
2. Folk Dialogue on Rai and Swang
On the third day of the festival at Dr Harisingh Gour University, a special session focused on Bundelkhand’s folk traditions ‘Rai’ and ‘Swang.’
Santosh Pandey, son of Padma Shri awardee Ram Sahay Pandey, presented vibrant performances showcasing traditional costumes, music and expressive storytelling.
Speakers emphasised that no art form is inferior and highlighted the need to preserve folk heritage. The interactive session proved educational and inspiring for students and art enthusiasts.
3. International Seminar on Sardar Patel
An international seminar on “Relevance of Sardar Patel’s Ideas in Modern India” was organised by the Department of Public Administration at Veer Narmad South Gujarat University. Speaking as an expert, Dr Sujata Mishra stressed that India’s strength today reflects Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s visionary leadership and decisive nation-building efforts.
Scholars discussed his administrative integration, governance model and national unity. The seminar concluded that Patel’s practical and nation-centric leadership continues to inspire contemporary India.
Universities across India continue to serve as vibrant platforms for cultural celebration and intellectual discourse, hosting national festivals and international seminars that connect art, heritage and contemporary thought with academic engagement.
