New Delhi is currently abuzz with the vibrant melodies and rhythms of the 9th India-International Dance and Music Festival, an extraordinary three-day celebration showcasing the rich cultural heritage of India and the world. The event is a platform for exceptionally talented artists from various nations to display their exceptional skills and artistic prowess.
Do Thanh Hai, the Deputy Chief of Mission of Vietnam, praised the initiative, stating, “It’s a quite good initiative to bring in different cultural groups from various nations to share and demonstrate their own beautiful cultures, values, and traditions. We exchanged a symbol of solidarity and a message of peace. In light of this, I believe we should support this project and come here to promote cultural interaction.”
The audience was captivated by the enchanting music of Elisa Troetsch from Panama, transporting them to a world of auditory delight. Elisa Troetsch expressed her gratitude, saying, “This evening was wonderful for us to be able to share our culture in this country. And for the special audience and also to share with other countries that have never seen or heard before. We have come from another continent of America which is very far away from here so it was a very beautiful and overwhelming experience for us.”
Renowned artists from Blato municipality in Croatia graced the stage with their mesmerizing sword dance Kumpanija, a representation of the local militia’s historical role in safeguarding the town. Nenad Marinovic, a distinguished artist from Croatia, shared, “This festival is an opportunity for us to experience Indian culture more because of the fact that we make a living from tourism and every summer we see more and more people coming to Europe and then in Croatia as well because Croatia is on the Mediterranean Sea so basically very appealing to visiting in summer time. We are feeling very well. Everyone is so nice and polite. Basically, we feel at home.”
Organized by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), the festival’s objective is to celebrate the seamless convergence of diverse cultures and traditions through the universal language of dance and music. This event serves as a testament to the power of art in fostering unity and understanding among nations.
