10th International Gita Festival

The 10th International Gita Festival has officially begun in Kurukshetra, Haryana, opening a three-week celebration dedicated to the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita. The event, held annually since 2016, attracts devotees, scholars, cultural groups and international visitors, reflecting the global reverence for the Gita and the sacred land where Lord Krishna delivered its teachings.

📅 Festival Schedule and Key Highlights

The festival runs from 15 November to 5 December, featuring an extensive lineup of spiritual, cultural and educational activities.

Major Highlights

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend on 25 November.
Madhya Pradesh, the partner state for 2025, is showcasing its heritage through a cultural pavilion, craft stalls and regional cuisine.
Daily events include Gita discourses, exhibitions, folk performances and devotional activities across Kurukshetra.

The festival continues to grow in scale and significance, positioning Kurukshetra as a major global centre of spiritual tourism.

🌏 Expanding International Participation

Since its inception, the International Gita Mahotsav has expanded far beyond India. It has been celebrated in Mauritius, Britain, Canada, Australia, Sri Lanka and Japan.

This Edition Features:

Participation from 51 countries.
A three-day International Gita Seminar (24–26 November) at Kurukshetra University with 25 scholars from 16 countries.
Priests from Fiji and Trinidad & Tobago performing special rituals.
Artisans from seven countries displaying traditional crafts.

The growing global presence underscores the universal appeal of the Bhagavad Gita’s teachings on duty, ethics and inner strength.

🎭 Cultural Events and Devotional Activities

A rich lineup of cultural events inspired by the Mahabharata, Krishna leelas, and Gita philosophy will take place throughout the festival.

Key Cultural Programs

24 November – 1 December: Mega cultural shows at Purushottampura Bagh.
1 December: Grand Gita Shobha Yatra and Deepotsav across 182 pilgrimage sites in Kurukshetra.
28–30 November: Student competitions — shloka recitation, essays, painting and rangoli.
Gita Book Fair at Brahma Sarovar with major publishers participating.

These events aim to engage youth, promote cultural heritage, and spread awareness of the Gita’s universal message.