Updated On: 17 February, 2026 09:57 AM IST | Mumbai | Trisha Ghosh
The 36th edition of the Pandit Durgalal Festival returns with Kathak and Bharatanatyam showcases

Meera Sreenarayanan depicts a pose of the Ardhanarishvara holding the Damaru in the right hand. Pics courtesy/Meera Sreenarayanan; Samved society for performing arts
Fans of Indian Classical dance are in for a treat, as the Samved Society for Performing Arts brings back the Pandit Durgalal Festival for its 36th edition. It is organised by Kathak exponent, Vidushi Uma Dogra in honour of her guru, the late Pandit Durga Lal, a renowned artiste of the Jaipur Gharana, which emphasises intricate footwork and dynamic spins and compositions.

Pooja Pant performs a Thaat pose, with graceful movement of the limbs and neck, often performed during a Tarana. Pic courtesy/sejas mistry