Four-day Ratnavali Festival Opens at Kurukshetra University
The four-day Ratnavali Festival 2026 opened on November 1st at Kurukshetra University (KU) in Haryana. The festival, organized by the Department of Youth and Cultural Affairs at KU, will conclude on November 4th.
Festival Details
More than 3,000 artistes have arrived to participate in the festival, which will feature performances and competitions across 33 cultural disciplines. These include Haryanvi folk songs, bhajans, ragini, solo and group dances, Loor, Rasiya, Saang, plays, one-act plays, group singing, declamation, quizzes, traditional costumes and fashion shows.
Inaugural Session Highlights
Haryana Cabinet Minister Krishan Bedi inaugurated the festival. He emphasized the importance of preserving Haryana’s rich cultural heritage and encouraged the consumption of traditional Haryanvi cuisine, such as churma and millet-based foods. He also highlighted the state’s agrarian identity and the significance of youth participation in the armed forces.
Key Figures and Events
Vice-Chancellor of KU described the festival as the “Mahakumbh of Haryana’s cultural heritage.” Pandit Lakhmi Chand and ghazal maestro Jagjit Singh were also acknowledged for their contributions to culture. A Haryanvi Media Chaupal podcast, moderated by Maha Singh Poonia, was held during the event. Raman Nirmal, a theatre artist, was honored for his contribution.
Focus on Youth Development
Professor Sachdeva urged young people to identify their interests, pursue them with dedication, and remain rooted in their cultural values. He stated that focusing on one’s area of interest helps individuals develop their abilities and progress in life.
Additional Information
Deputy Director, Public Relations, Jimmy Sharma, noted that a Haryanvi Media Chaupal podcast was organised. The dignitaries released the brochure of Ratnavali Festival 2026. Attendees included KU Registrar Virender Pal, NIT Director Bramhjit Singh, BJP district president Ramesh Saini, and several faculty members.
Next Steps
According to the Department of Hindi, a Haryanvi Media Chaupal podcast was organised on the occasion, featuring Cabinet Minister Krishan Bedi.
Source: The Tribune. Featured image credit: The Tribune.
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