Swaram Festival 2026 – A Tribute to Pandit Rajan Mishra | Varanasi

Swaram Festival 2026 brings together an evening of Hindustani classical music dedicated to the memory and musical legacy of Padma Bhushan Pandit Rajan Mishra. Organised by Anunaad India Foundation with support from the Ministry of Culture, the event showcases a tribute performance by noted disciples Dr Prabhakar Kashyap and Divakar Kashyap. Accompanied by Prof. Praveen Uddhav on tabla and Pankaj Mishra on harmonium, the concert celebrates the Banaras gharana tradition through classical vocal music, artistic excellence, and the enduring influence of one of India's most respected maestros.

Event Details

Festival: Swaram Festival 2026
Date: 21 June 2026
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Venue: Diamond Hotel, Bhelupur, Varanasi
City: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Artists

• Dr Prabhakar Kashyap – Vocal
• Divakar Kashyap – Vocal
• Prof. Praveen Uddhav – Tabla Accompanist
• Pankaj Mishra – Harmonium Accompanist

About the Event

Presented as a musical tribute to Pandit Rajan Mishra, this edition of Swaram Festival highlights the guru-shishya tradition of Hindustani classical music. Through khayal and traditional vocal presentations, the performers carry forward the artistic values, repertoire, and teachings associated with one of the most influential figures of the Banaras musical tradition. The event offers audiences an opportunity to experience classical music rooted in heritage, devotion, and musical scholarship.