The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), in association with the Embassy of India, will present “Bharat Utsav 2026”, a vibrant celebration of India’s rich and diverse cultural heritage, in Doha later this month. The grand two-day cultural extravaganza will be held on Thursday and Friday, 22nd and 23rd January 2026, from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, at the Ideal Indian School Ground.

One of the major highlights of Bharat Utsav 2026 will be a live musical concert by renowned Indian playback singer Mr. Srinivas and his team. Known for his soulful voice and exceptional versatility across multiple genres and languages, Srinivas’s performance is expected to be a mesmerising musical experience, blending timeless classics with contemporary favourites.

Another key attraction of the festival will be the ICC Star Singer Grand Finale, scheduled for 22nd January 2026. This prestigious singing competition, which began in the first week of December 2025, aims to identify and encourage outstanding musical talent within the Indian community in Qatar. The competition will culminate in a grand finale judged by a distinguished panel, including acclaimed singer Srinivasan Doraiswamy, promising an evening of high-quality performances and musical excellence.

Bharat Utsav 2026 is expected to be one of the largest cultural events of the year, with the objective of strengthening Indo-Qatar friendship and fostering unity within the Indian expatriate community through the celebration of India’s cultural diversity.

What Visitors Can Look Forward To

Visitors to Bharat Utsav 2026 can enjoy a wide range of cultural, artistic, and experiential attractions, including:

• Colorful cultural performances featuring a Live Orchestra, Instrumental Fusion, and Group Dances presented by talented artists from ICC-associated organizations and institutions.
• A spectacular Fusion Dance presentation blending Kerala’s Thiruvathira, Tamil Nadu’s Attam, traditional Telugu dance forms, and Gujarat’s Garba (Dandiya).
• A grand Cultural Parade showcasing India’s cultural richness through traditional costumes, folk music, and art forms from various regions of the country.
• Cultural pavilions representing different Indian states, offering visitors an immersive experience of their unique heritage, traditions, and customs.
• A dedicated pavilion highlighting Social Service Schemes of the Central and State Governments of India.
• A vibrant bazaar featuring Indian handicrafts, traditional clothing, jewellery, and a Food Court serving a wide variety of authentic Indian delicacies.

The mega event is being organised with the whole-hearted support and active participation of various socio-cultural organisations affiliated with the Indian Cultural Centre, representing the large Indian community residing in Qatar. The ICC has made extensive preparations to ensure the festival is a memorable experience for all attendees.

The press meet announcing Bharat Utsav 2026 was attended by Mr. Vipul, Ambassador of India to Qatar; Dr. Vaibhav A. Tandale, Counsellor (Head of Chancery and Consular), Embassy of India; Mr. A.P. Manikantan, ICC President; Mr. P. N. Babu Rajan, ICC Advisory Council Chairman; Mr. Shantanu Deshpande, Vice President; and Mr. V. S. Mannangi, Chairman of the Bharat Utsav Sponsorship Committee.

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