The fourth day of the 6th Lok Samvardhan Parv transformed Parade Ground, Dehradun, into a vibrant celebration of Uttarakhand's rich musical traditions as hundreds of visitors gathered to witness captivating cultural performances by some of the State's most celebrated folk artists. Organised by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, in collaboration with the Uttarakhand Minorities Welfare and Waqf Development Corporation, Government of Uttarakhand, the festival continued to attract enthusiastic visitors who explored traditional crafts, regional cuisines and an evening filled with memorable musical performances.

Throughout the day, visitors explored exhibition stalls showcasing an extensive collection of traditional handicrafts, handloom textiles, heritage crafts and regional products from across the country. The exhibition also provided an opportunity for visitors to interact directly with artisans and entrepreneurs and gain insights into India's diverse craft traditions.

 

The cultural evening commenced with an energetic performance by renowned Uttarakhand folk singer Rohit Chauhan, who captivated the audience with popular Garhwali and Kumaoni songs, including Nandre, Dhan Singh Ki Gaadi and Rupsa Ramoti. His lively performance had the audience singing along and celebrating the rich folk traditions of the Himalayan State.

The celebrations continued with an enthralling performance by acclaimed folk singer and composer Maya Upadhyay, whose melodious renditions of Cream Paudara, Caha Ko Hotel and Aakhyon Me Suram beautifully reflected the essence of Uttarakhand's cultural heritage and received an overwhelming response from music lovers.

 

The highlight of the evening was an electrifying performance by the acclaimed Uttarakhand-based folk-fusion band Pandavaas. Blending traditional folk music with contemporary musical arrangements, the band presented soulful renditions of Raadha, Dhunyaal and Ganpati Deva, along with several of their popular compositions. Their high-energy performance celebrated the folklore, traditions and cultural identity of Uttarakhand, earning thunderous applause from the packed audience.

A representative of the Ministry of Minority Affairs said that Lok Samvardhan Parv is not only providing artisans with a national platform for business development and market access but is also celebrating India's extraordinary cultural diversity. The representative added that the day's performances beautifully reflected Uttarakhand's rich musical heritage, making the festival a unique confluence of traditional crafts, culture and community.

Visitors also continued to interact with participating artisans and entrepreneurs while exploring handcrafted products ranging from handloom textiles, woodcraft and brassware to bamboo products, terracotta, Ajrakh prints and traditional jewellery.

The festival will remain open to the public at Parade Ground, Dehradun, till 15 July 2026, from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM, with free entry for all visitors. The grand finale on 15 July 2026 will feature a live performance by renowned Punjabi singer Parmish Verma, bringing the curtains down on the five-day celebration of India's rich arts, crafts, cuisine and cultural traditions.

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