Bihar Mahotsav Photo Gallery
Relive the vibrant memories, folk performances, artisanal crafts, mouth-watering cuisine, and sacred Janmashtami celebrations from the 3–6 September 2026 festival in Bengaluru.
Bihari Folk Dance & Music Ensemble
Dynamic folk artists performing traditional Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Magahi cultural dance suites on the main festival stage.
Vishalakshi Mantap in Evening Glow
The iconic lotus-shaped meditation amphitheater illuminated at sunset during festival evening Satsangs.
Authentic Charcoal-Baked Litti Chokha
Golden litti baked over traditional coal embers and dipped in pure desi cow ghee, served with spicy baingan chokha.
Madhubani (Mithila) Live Canvas
Master artisan demonstrating freehand lines, natural plant pigments, and traditional Kohbar motifs.
Devotional Sri Krishna Janmashtami Night
Grand Janmashtami celebrations on 4 September with divine music recitals and joyful festivities.
Ancient Nalanda Mahavihara
The red-brick ruins of Nalanda, the world’s foremost residential university where international scholars gathered.
Golden Sikki Grass Handicrafts
Centuries-old tribal and rural tradition of weaving golden monsoon grass into exquisite decorative objects.
Heritage Silao Khaja Delicacy
UNESCO & GI-tagged 52-layered crispy sweet pastry from Silao, freshly prepared by heritage sweet-makers.
Bodh Gaya & Mahabodhi Temple
The sacred Enlightenment Seat of Gautama Buddha under the Bodhi Tree, celebrated in the tourism pavilion.
Ashram Green Canopy & Campus Walk
Serene walking corridors and tranquil botanical surrounds at the Art of Living International Center.
Tikuli Art Hand-Etched Gold Work
800-year-old Patna craft utilizing gold foil, natural lacquer, and intricate enamel dots.
Youth, Innovation & Community Pavilion
Vibrant young professionals, tech founders, and diaspora community leaders connecting in Bengaluru.
Explore the Complete Day-by-Day Itinerary
Review full programme details, speaker sessions, satsang timings, and workshop schedules.