A celebration where art, words and rhythm breathe life into spring

The colours of spring refused to be dimmed by the grey sky. A light drizzle and gentle clouds only added to the charm, casting a soft hush over the afternoon and shielding the festivities from the summer haze.
Kalikata Spring unfolded with warmth and grace, drawing in stars of the silver screen, visionary designers, performers, and creative minds who continue to shape the cultural fabric of Kolkata. Gargee Roychowdhury, embodying elegance and ease, uplifted the festival with her presence and heartfelt words. Adding a new dimension to the celebration, team Puraton joined in, seamlessly blending heritage with contemporary creativity.
Rohini captivated the audience with her mesmerizing Odissi recital—dancing to the timeless verses of Geeta Govinda and Tagore’s Basonti, evoking the spirit of spring from the clouds. This was followed by a stirring spoken-word performance by Chaiti Ghosal, whose words, spoken from the heart, had the power to both stir and soothe. The evening also witnessed Sourav Chakravorty—actor, director, and poet—offering a poignant reading of his poem on love, adding a layer of reflection to the event.

As the day drew to a close, Meyeder Adda—an intimate, sharp, and laughter-filled discussion among women—brought a fitting conclusion to the first day’s festivities. The conversation was followed by an engaging panel discussion on the future of Shantiniketan’s aesthetics, featuring Debojyoti Mishra, Sushobhon Adhikary, and Sudhiranjan Mukherjee, offering deep insights into preserving and evolving this cherished legacy.

Kalikata Spring promises to bloom in full over the weekend—with more conversations, performances, culinary delights, innovative designs, and captivating art that celebrate the vibrant spirit of the city.