The 'Azadi Ke Amrit Mahotsav' concluded by Rang Shree Little Ballet Troupe. Known for innovation, this institution, apart from the presentations of classical, modern arts, also provided a platform to the small children who are rag pickers presented their art forms.
After the mass flag salutation, the Janotsav began with the remembrance of eminent dancer-choreographer Prabhat Ganguly, who coincidentally also has his birthday on 15 August.
The first performance was given by the artist of LBT and Kathak dancer from Raigad Gharana Monika Pandey Bohare, adapting "Vande Mataram" into the language of Kathak.
After this, in the offering of "Chaturanga", the expressions of various goddesses were combined in such a way that it gave shape to the holy and all-encompassing image of Mother India.
The second presentation was of Udayshankar style solo dance drama. Young dancer, color director Yogendra Singh Rajput was "Yogi". He gave an effective performance like a solo dance drama of the poem "Actor". In this, the tableau of the artist's sadhana and struggle was shown in an interesting way.
After this, other artists including Shivkumar Kataria mesmerised everyone with the presentation of patriotic songs.
The last presentation was given by small children. In spite of the clumsy dance movements, his enthusiasm was amazing. The dance performance of a girl named Chandni on "Desh Mera Rangeela" was impressive.
The programme was conducted by Kiran Maran. Despite the heavy rain, there was a remarkable presence of artists, litterateurs.