‘MAATI-9’ FESTIVAL

NEWS: Speaker of Lok Sabha addressed the Purvanchal Mahotsav ‘Maati-9’ Festival

ABOUT

• Premier cultural festival of the Purvanchal region, centred on the theme Maati (soil).
• It celebrates the deep bond between people + ancestral roots through heritage, food, tourism, and arts.
• Organised as part of the Purvanchal Mahotsav with participation from cultural groups, artisans, and community representatives.
• Aims to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of Purvanchal.
• To strengthen the connection of youth with their regional identity and traditions.

Key Features

• Folk arts, music, local dialects, and traditional performances of the Purvanchal region.
• Highlights traditional food, crafts, and tourism potential of the region.
• Recognises contributions of the Purvanchali diaspora in preserving cultural values globally.