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Three-Day Nimad Festival to Light Up Maheshwar from Nov 24-26
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 04:36 PM
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Maheshwar in Madhya Pradesh will host a three‑day Nimad cultural festival featuring folk music, dance, poetry sessions, bhajan evenings and traditional competitions such as boat decoration, kabaddi and wrestling.
Maheshwar, a historic town on the banks of the Narmada in Madhya Pradesh, is set to stage the Nimad Festival from November 24 to 26. The three‑day event will showcase the region's rich cultural heritage through a programme that includes folk songs, traditional dances and a gathering of Nimadi poets.
Evening bhajan sessions will be held at the Ahilya Ghat, allowing devotees and visitors to experience devotional music against the backdrop of the river. Alongside the artistic performances, the festival will host a series of competitive events such as boat decoration, kabaddi, wrestling, mehndi and rangoli contests, encouraging community participation.
Organisers aim to attract both locals and tourists, promoting Maheshwar's cultural identity while providing a platform for artisans and performers. The schedule is expected to draw sizable crowds, contributing to the town's seasonal tourism and local economy.
Authorities have coordinated with cultural bodies to ensure smooth logistics and safety measures throughout the three days. The festival underscores the state's effort to preserve and celebrate regional art forms in a contemporary setting.
Evening bhajan sessions will be held at the Ahilya Ghat, allowing devotees and visitors to experience devotional music against the backdrop of the river. Alongside the artistic performances, the festival will host a series of competitive events such as boat decoration, kabaddi, wrestling, mehndi and rangoli contests, encouraging community participation.
Organisers aim to attract both locals and tourists, promoting Maheshwar's cultural identity while providing a platform for artisans and performers. The schedule is expected to draw sizable crowds, contributing to the town's seasonal tourism and local economy.
Authorities have coordinated with cultural bodies to ensure smooth logistics and safety measures throughout the three days. The festival underscores the state's effort to preserve and celebrate regional art forms in a contemporary setting.