Patna: Bollywood playback singer B Praak is set to perform at Krishnotsav, a three-day festival being organised at Miller Ground in Patna from September 2 to 4, where he will present a ‘Bhajan Clubbing’ performance described by organisers as a first for Bihar.
The festival aims to bring young people closer to devotional music and Sanatan culture through contemporary musical formats.
Samrat Chaudhary to inaugurate festival
Preparations for the event are in their final stages. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary will inaugurate Krishnotsav on September 2.
The festival is expected to draw several political and social figures, including the state’s Deputy Chief Minister, former chief ministers, ministers, MPs, social activists and other dignitaries. Artists from across the country are also scheduled to perform during the three-day event.
The programme will begin with the National Anthem, National Song and Bihar State Song, followed by Shankhnaad, Mangalacharan, flute performances, Krishna Leela, Bhajan Sandhya and other cultural presentations.
Devotional music and cultural performances
World-renowned conch and Damru player Dr Pandit Bipin Kumar Mishra will present Mangal Dhwani. Internationally acclaimed flautist and singer Ustad Dr Mujtaba Hussain and Chahat Hussain will also perform.
The festival’s concluding day on September 4 will coincide with Shri Krishna Janmotsav celebrations. At midnight, members of the transgender community will perform traditional Badhai and Sohar songs.
The celebrations will subsequently feature live Bhangra and a devotional DJ performance.
Dahi-Handi competition among key attractions
The Dahi-Handi competition will be one of the main attractions of Krishnotsav.
Ten teams will participate, with each team comprising 21 members. The winning team will receive Rs 2.51 lakh, while the second- and third-place teams will receive Rs 1.51 lakh and Rs 1.01 lakh, respectively.
The festival will also feature a curd-eating competition, temple decoration contest and digital photography competition, adding a range of cultural and community activities to the Janmashtami celebrations.
