Groundbreaking ceremony marks start of preparations for Wardha Cultural Festival 2026

The mandap puja and bhoomipujan ceremonies for the much-awaited Wardha Cultural Festival 2026 were held today, marking the start of preparations in a festive atmosphere.

The rituals were performed at the Wardha Cultural Festival ground at Swavalambi Vidyalaya in Wardha. Dignitaries present performed the puja and wished the festival success.

This year's festival will be held from November 19 to 24, 2026. It will feature live concerts, celebrity shows, a range of entertaining contests, a large expo, food stalls and business stalls.

The main aims of the festival are to give local artists a stage, encourage emerging talent, create opportunities for businesses and give Wardha's cultural tradition a new identity.

The bhoomipujan has given the preparations fresh momentum. The six days ahead will be a memorable occasion of entertainment, art and culture for the people of Wardha.

On behalf of the organisers, Mohit Sahare, Shreyash Girmakar, Parag Pimple, Nayan Jambhulkar, Amit Lokde, Ragini Thakre, Yash Bhut, Pranav Sathone, Bhuvan Raut and Abhimanyu Salunke have appealed to the people of Wardha to attend in large numbers and enjoy the festival.