Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat today inaugurated the BRICS Theatre Festival 2026 in New Delhi. The festival will be held till Wednesday.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Shekhawat said that at a time when the world is witnessing geopolitical tensions, conflicts and growing uncertainties, culture can play a vital role in fostering dialogue, building trust and promoting global harmony.
Emphasising the universal appeal of theatre, he said that emotions such as love, grief, courage and the desire for freedom transcend linguistic and cultural differences.
Talking exclusively to Akashvani News, Director of the National School of Drama, Chittaranjan Tripathy said that the three-day festival will feature ten theatre groups presenting eleven plays.
He said that plays will be staged at various venues in Delhi, including the NSD’s own Abhimanch auditorium, LTG, Kamani, and the Shri Ram Centre.
The festival brings together theatre directors, artists, scholars, diplomats and representatives of BRICS member and partner countries to celebrate artistic expression, cultural diversity and shared human experiences.
The three day festival features participation from India, Thailand, Indonesia, Russia, Vietnam, Iran, South Africa, Kazakhstan and Ethiopia.