*Main Events from December 14 to 20; Cultural Evenings to Also Be Organised at Jyotisar*
Chandigarh, November 2026 : The International Gita Jayanti Mahotsav in Kurukshetra is not merely a religious event, but a global celebration of Indian knowledge, culture, spirituality and social harmony. This year, efforts will be made to ensure that every devotee and tourist visiting the Mahotsav has a memorable experience and that Kurukshetra’s identity is further strengthened on the world’s cultural and spiritual map. The grand International Gita Jayanti Mahotsav will be organised from December 5 to 25, 2026.
A government spokesperson said that the main and prominent events of the International Gita Mahotsav 2026 will be held from December 14 to 20. This year, West Bengal will be the partner state, offering visitors a special glimpse of its art and culture. Cultural programmes at the Mahotsav will be made even more grand and diverse this year. Along with the main stage, cultural evening programmes will also be organised at Jyotisar, enabling devotees visiting the site to connect with the region’s cultural heritage.
The spokesperson said that a special Sang Mahotsav will be organised this year to promote Haryanvi culture. Renowned Sangi artists from across the state will give performances. The concerned departments have been directed to complete preparations for all cultural programmes well in time and to give special attention to quality while selecting artists.
He further said that the special Sang Mahotsav will provide a dedicated platform to Sang, Haryana’s ancient folk theatre tradition, thereby promoting the state’s rich folk culture and traditional art forms. Through performances by Sang artists, social, religious and cultural themes will be presented in an engaging manner. This will also provide the younger generation an opportunity to connect with Haryana’s traditional folk arts.
The spokesperson said that special attention would be paid to cleanliness during the Mahotsav. Adequate arrangements for sanitation, drinking water, security, traffic management and other basic facilities would be ensured at Brahma Sarovar, Jyotisar and all other major religious and tourist destinations so that devotees and visitors do not face any inconvenience.
