Delhi To Host ‘Badariya: A Monsoon Farewell Festival’ On September 1

The national capital will host ‘Badariya: A Monsoon Farewell Festival’ on September 1, 2025, celebrating the departure of the monsoon as a cultural event.

The festival is being organised by the Mata Chakeri Devi Foundation in collaboration with the Maithili-Bhojpuri Academy of the Delhi Government.

Upendrra Rai, CMD and Editor-in-Chief of Bharat Express, is serving as the festival’s patron (trustee).

The event will take place at Central Park, Connaught Place (Gate No. 6), starting at 4 PM. Through music, dance, and exhibitions, it will showcase India’s folk traditions while highlighting the emotional, spiritual, and artistic depth of the monsoon season.

Inspiration and Purpose of ‘Badariya’

The festival draws inspiration from the cultural significance of the monsoon in Indian tradition.

From Kalidasa’s ‘Meghadutam’ to folk songs, the monsoon has symbolised joy, longing, and creativity. ‘Badariya’ aims to bring this sentiment to life with traditional Sawan-Bhado songs, folk dances, and classical music performances.

Organisers said the festival will introduce urban audiences to rural life, crafts, and rituals, while also preserving India’s vibrant heritage.

According to the official festival website (matachakeridevifoundation.com/badariya), the event will serve as a community celebration, bringing together artists, families, and cultural enthusiasts.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will attend the festival as the chief guest, while Minister of Art and Culture Kapil Mishra will join as the guest of honour, adding significance to the event.

Renowned artists will perform, including:

• Padma Shri Malini Awasthi – presenting thumri, kajri, and folk melodies.
• Kunj Bihari Mishra – showcasing Bihar’s Maithili folk traditions.
• Samriddhi Pathak and Sanvi Pathak – singing Maithili folk songs.
• Rimpa Shiv (tabla), Vaishnavi Joshi (flute), and Megha Raut (sitar) – instrumental recitals.
• Nayanika Ghosh & Team – Kathak-Raas fusion performance.
• Anshu Art/Pushpanjali Group – Maithili and Bhojpuri folk dances representing Bihar and Uttar Pradesh’s cultural legacy.

Several organisations, including Bharat Express, Maati E Public Trust, Yuva Shakti Samvad, and SRKR, are supporting the festival.

Upendrra Rai’s role as patron underlines the importance of media in cultural preservation and promotion of folk traditions.

The organising committee, led by Yogita Singh (Foundation President & MCD Central Zone Chairperson), includes Pramod Kumar (Secretary), Brijesh Rai (Founder), Santosh Kumar Ojha (Trustee), and Apoorva Singh (Trustee). Together, they are committed to heritage revival and community engagement.

The festival brochure features artist portraits, supporter logos, and monsoon-themed artwork, highlighting its vibrancy.

Registration data indicates a strong interest, with participants including Kunal Nath Madhav, Pramod Kumar, and Shashwat Singh, among others.

‘Badariya’ goes beyond a cultural show—it represents unity through tradition. In a bustling city like Delhi, the festival will connect people with nature, music, and heritage.

Organisers believe such initiatives are vital to pass India’s cultural richness on to younger generations.

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