Rajib Dey:
The Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre (IGCC), High Commission of India, Dhaka, organised ‘Shravan Sandhya’, a monsoon musical evening, on Saturday, 18 July 2026, at High Commission of India, Dhaka.
The programme celebrated monsoon season that has inspired poets, musicians, and artists. Revered in Indian and Bengali literary and musical traditions, Shravan evoked themes of the beauty of nature. Through a carefully curated selection of songs, the evening captured the essence of the rainy season and its enduring place in the shared cultural heritage of India and Bangladesh. The evening featured Hindustani classical music performances by eminent Bangladeshi artists Guru Anil Kumar Saha and Shri Aloke Kumar Sen. This would be followed by Rabindra sangeet rendition by renowned Tagore exponent Dr. Chanchal Khan.
Guru Anil Kumar Saha is a distinguished Bangladeshi classical vocalist and respected music guru, known for his significant contributions to Hindustani classical music. Over the years, he has trained numerous accomplished musicians, including Shri Aloke Kumar Sen. Widely admired for his dedication to preserving and promoting the classical music tradition, Shri Saha has played an important role in nurturing the next generation of vocalists in Bangladesh.
Shri Aloke Kumar Sen is a distinguished Bangladeshi vocalist known for his expertise in Hindustani classical and semi-classical music. Trained in classical vocal music, he has performed extensively in Bangladesh and abroad, earning acclaim for his soulful renditions of ghazals, Rabindra Sangeet, and modern Bengali songs also. His versatile repertoire and captivating stage presence have made him a respected name in the region’s musical landscape.
Dr. Chanchal Khan is a renowned Bangladeshi Rabindra Sangeet exponent, researcher and educator. Widely respected for his soulful interpretations of Rabindranath Tagore’s songs, he has performed extensively at prestigious cultural events in Bangladesh and abroad. His contributions to the promotion and preservation of Rabindra Sangeet have earned him recognition as one of the leading practitioners of the genre.
The artists presented a captivating repertoire of monsoon-themed Bengali and Hindi songs, drawing from the rich musical traditions of the region. The programme presented an evocative musical experience that reflected the beauty of the rainy season while celebrating the shared cultural legacy that continues to connect the peoples of India and Bangladesh.
As part of its ongoing commitment toi cultural diplomacy, the programme highlighted IGCC’s dedication to promoting cultural exchange and fostering mutual understanding through the performing arts.
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