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December 6, 2025The city of Vijayawada will host the highly anticipated Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam festival on 6th and 7th December 2025, showcasing the rich heritage of Telugu Carnatic music. Organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Culture, and Sangeet Natak Akademi, with support from the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Department, the festival celebrates the depth of local music traditions and positions Vijayawada as a key cultural tourism hub in India. This year’s theme, “Celebrating the Richness of Telugu Music Traditions,” aims to draw both music enthusiasts and cultural tourists to the heart of Andhra Pradesh.A Showcase of Telugu Music and CultureThe Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam festival has become a prestigious event that brings together world-renowned artists, musicians, and dancers. In 2025, the festival promises to be even more exciting, with 18 concerts featuring 98 artists spread over the two days. The main performances will take place at Tummalapallivari Kshetrayya Kalakshetram, a prominent cultural venue in Vijayawada. The festival will serve as a platform for showcasing the classical music traditions of Andhra Pradesh while emphasising community participation through local talent.Advertisement A special dawn rendition of Pancharatna Kritis will be presented at Durga Ghat on 7th December at 7:00 AM, led by the Malladi Brothers. This performance, involving faculty and students from the Government Music Colleges of Vijayawada and Guntur, highlights the festival’s commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting local musical traditions. The Pancharatna Kritis, a key composition in Carnatic music, is a spiritual offering that resonates with both musicians and audience members.Pre-Festival Concerts and Statewide EngagementAhead of the main event in Vijayawada, the festival held a series of prequel concerts at culturally significant temples in Andhra Pradesh. These concerts, held in Srikalahasti (29 Nov 2025), Simhachalam (1 Dec 2025), and Srisailam (2 Dec 2025), were part of the festival’s effort to engage the local community and celebrate regional music traditions. These events have also helped generate excitement and awareness around the festival, further encouraging local and regional participation.AdvertisementThe festival not only focuses on music but also incorporates Andhra Pradesh’s rich cultural heritage through crafts and textile exhibitions. The exhibition will feature GI-tagged crafts such as Kondapalli Toys, Etikoppaka Lacquerware, Udayagiri Wooden Cutlery, and handloom textiles from Mangalagiri, Venkatagiri, Chirala, Uppada, and Moragudi. The focus on local crafts supports the national Vocal for Local initiative, which aims to empower artisans and promote Indian-made products.The Role of Local Stakeholders in Promoting Cultural TourismLocal tourism and hospitality players in Vijayawada are …
