CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Avantika Mahajanapada Was the Sacred Dance Land of Sage Bharata
Avantika Mahajanapada (modern-day Ujjain) has been the sacred land of dance and penance for Sage Bharata, the author of the Natyashastra. Sage Bharata had a profound natural connection with the region of Avanti in Madhya Pradesh. He made direct references to the scenic landscapes of Avanti in his treatise.
These remarks were made by archaeologist Raman Solanki of Vikram University during his address as a guest at the inaugural ceremony of the three-day Guru Purnima Festival “Nritya Naad”, jointly organized by Vikram University Ujjain and Venu Ninad Nritya Sansthan Ujjain.
Director Solanki emphasized that Sage Bharata not only described the beautiful locations of Avanti in his Natyashastra, but also intricately wove the art of theatre, sculpture, performance, and the essence of flowing Shipra River into his compositions, vividly portraying the geographical and cultural essence of Avanti.
The chief guest, DIG of Ujjain, Mr. Navneet Bhasin, in his address, highlighted that the Natyashastra was deeply rooted in ancient Indian family values and cultural traditions, and understanding it is vital for future generations.
The three-day dance festival began at the School of Engineering, celebrating Guru Purnima with the collaboration of Venu Ninad Nritya Sansthan and Vikram University.
On this occasion, several dignitaries including Director Palak Patwardhan, Ajay Sharma, Amrita Shukla, Neha Singh, and Dr. Mahendra Padya were present.
The program was coordinated and concluded with a vote of thanks by Director Palak Patwardhan.
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