Renowned Bangladeshi artistes celebrate the spirit of Shravan through Hindustani classical music and Rabindra Sangeet
DHAKA, July 19, 2026: The Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre (IGCC) of the High Commission of India in Dhaka organised 'Shravan Sandhya', a monsoon-themed musical evening, at the Indian High Commission premises on Saturday, celebrating the rich cultural traditions shared by India and Bangladesh.
The event paid tribute to the monsoon season, which has long inspired poets, musicians and artists across the Indian subcontinent. Through a carefully curated selection of Bengali and Hindi songs, the programme reflected the beauty of nature and highlighted the enduring significance of Shravan in Indian and Bengali literary and musical traditions.
The evening featured Hindustani classical music performances by eminent Bangladeshi artistes Guru Anil Kumar Saha and Shri Aloke Kumar Sen, followed by a soulful rendition of Rabindra Sangeet by renowned Tagore exponent Dr. Chanchal Khan.
Guru Anil Kumar Saha, a distinguished Bangladeshi classical vocalist and respected music teacher, has made significant contributions to the promotion of Hindustani classical music. Over the years, he has mentored numerous accomplished musicians, including Shri Aloke Kumar Sen, and is widely recognised for nurturing the next generation of classical vocalists in Bangladesh.
Shri Aloke Kumar Sen is known for his mastery of Hindustani classical and semi-classical music. Having performed extensively both in Bangladesh and abroad, he has earned acclaim for his renditions of ghazals, Rabindra Sangeet and modern Bengali songs, establishing himself as a respected figure in the country's musical landscape.
Dr. Chanchal Khan, a renowned Rabindra Sangeet exponent, researcher and educator, captivated the audience with his interpretations of Rabindranath Tagore's compositions. His extensive performances at prestigious cultural events in Bangladesh and overseas have earned him recognition as one of the leading practitioners of the genre.
The artistes presented an engaging repertoire of monsoon-inspired compositions, creating an evocative musical experience that celebrated the rainy season while underscoring the shared cultural heritage connecting the peoples of India and Bangladesh.
The programme also reflected the IGCC's continued commitment to cultural diplomacy by promoting artistic exchange and strengthening mutual understanding between the two neighbouring countries through the performing arts.
