All Organisations

KalaSudha transforms Indian Classical Music through IT expertise, offering custom digital tools, master-led courses meticulously planned, and world-class festivals from its London base.

Swaraninad Pune is a premier music academy in Kasba Peth and Warje, offering authentic Hindustani Vocal, Harmonium, and Flute training for all ages in a traditional Guru-Shishya environment.

The Mystic Bamboo Academy is an Indian institution dedicated to the teaching of the Hindustani bansuri (Indian bamboo flute). Founded by flautist Shri Himanshu Nanda, the academy offers structured learning through online self-paced courses, live interactive classes, and offline centers in Pune, Maharashtra. Its programmes cover technique, music theory, and repertoire, serving students across different skill levels. The academy functions as both a training platform and a community for learners of Hindustani classical flute.

Namdhari Sikh Sangat (Regd) is a religious, non-profit charitable society registered in June 2001 under Indian law. Headquartered at Sri Bhaini Sahib, Ludhiana (Punjab), it manages the affairs of the Namdhari sect and carries forward the teachings of His Holiness Sri Satguru Jagjit Singh Ji. The society undertakes philanthropic, educational, and welfare activities, including free community services and spiritual programmes.

Classical Unbound is a contemporary music festival conceived to present classical music outside rigid formal conventions and closer to everyday emotional experience. Founded with the intention of pairing works across eras and genres, the festival focuses on creating programs that stimulate reflection as well as listening pleasure. Its artistic direction is now shared with the Ironwood String Quartet, marking a long-term collaboration shaped by common artistic values.

Kalashram is an arts institute envisioned by Kathak maestro Pandit Birju Maharaj, dedicated primarily to the training and practice of Kathak within a broader framework of allied Indian art forms. Conceived as a charitable institution, Kalashram aims to provide holistic arts education without charging tuition fees, following the Guru–Shishya Parampara and emphasizing individual mentorship, discipline, and cultural grounding. The institute is designed to function within a natural environment that reflects a rural ethos in an urban setting, integrating artistic training with ethical and cultural development.

The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is responsible for preserving the nation’s cultural heritage and promoting India’s tangible and intangible arts. Through a network of attached offices, subordinate bodies, and autonomous institutions, the Ministry supports museums, archives, libraries, academies, and cultural organisations across the country. Its work spans heritage conservation, performing arts, knowledge traditions, and the commemoration of significant historical legacies.

Sangeet Natak Akademi functions as India’s national institution for dance, drama, and music. Its core mandate is to coordinate regional academies, promote research, support training and performance, and preserve both classical and folk traditions. Through festivals, publications, awards, and institutional support, the Akademi works to strengthen India’s performing arts ecosystem at a national and international level.

Vichitrashala Arts Consultancy is a Kolkata-based boutique media and entertainment company specializing in the performing arts sector. Operating as a unit of VichitraShala Visual Media & Entertainment, it works closely with artists and cultural institutions to develop artistic identities, curate events, and provide creative and strategic consultancy within the domain of Indian classical music and dance.

Lokmanya Cultural Foundation is a Pune-based non-profit organisation established on 8 January 2025. Dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Indian classical arts, literature, and cultural heritage, the foundation curates festivals, performances, workshops, and literary events. It operates as a Section 8 (not-for-profit) entity and functions as a contemporary platform for music, dance, literature, and community engagement.

The India International Centre (IIC) is an independent cultural and intellectual institution in New Delhi dedicated to promoting dialogue, understanding, and international cooperation. Guided by the principle of fostering amity between communities across the world, the Centre functions as a public platform for ideas, culture, and exchange. Its programs span lectures, conferences, and a wide range of cultural events, all open to the general public.

Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra (SBKK) is a cultural institution in New Delhi dedicated to training in Indian classical music, dance, and the performing arts. Founded in 1952 by Sumitra Charat Ram, it operates from its campus at Copernicus Marg and offers structured education in Hindustani vocal and instrumental music, Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Chhau, and contemporary dance. The Kendra is closely associated with the Shri Ram Centre for Performing Arts in the Mandi House cultural district. SBKK is widely known for its annual Ramlila dance-drama, first staged in 1957, which presents the Ramayana through classical and folk dance forms. Over the decades, the institution has played a significant role in arts education, performance, and cultural preservation in India.

Baithak is a music education initiative that has been working since 2016 to make music learning accessible to children from marginalized communities in India’s public schools. What began as a small weekend activity in 2015 has grown into a structured movement reaching over 8,000 children across 137 public schools and community centres. Baithak integrates music into everyday school life, creating systematic opportunities for students to experience and learn different forms of music. Alongside student impact, the initiative also supports more than 200 young artists by providing sustainable teaching and performance opportunities. Through this model, Baithak connects education, community, and artistic livelihood, positioning music as both a learning tool and a pathway for social inclusion.

Ajivasan Music Academy is a Mumbai-based music and dance institution led by Pandit Suresh Wadkar. It follows the Guru–Shishya Parampara and carries a legacy of over 90 years in music education. The academy offers structured training in Indian classical music, light music, Western music, instruments, and Indian dance forms through offline, home-tuition, and online classes.

Shivanand Swami Sangeet Pratishthan (SSSP) is a public charitable trust founded in 1981 by Pt. Gajananrao Joshi to preserve and promote Hindustani classical music. Based in Maharashtra, it is best known for organizing the historic Aundh Sangeet Mahotsav, one of India’s longest-running classical music festivals. Through concerts, memorial events, and digital outreach, SSSP provides a respected platform for both senior and emerging artists.

Gomant Vidya Niketan (GVN) is a historic socio-cultural institution based in Comba, Margao, Goa, established in 1912. Originally founded as a small library named Saraswat Brahman Samaj, it later evolved into a major cultural center promoting Konkani and Marathi language, literature, and arts. It is recognized as the oldest surviving cultural institution in South Goa and has played a long-standing role in hosting lectures, cultural programs, and classical music events.

HCG Foundation is a public charitable trust established in 2006, working to support economically underprivileged cancer patients by facilitating access to quality cancer treatment, awareness programmes, and early detection initiatives.

Global Arts Temple USA is a US-based nonprofit cultural organization, founded in 2019, working towards the promotion, preservation, and propagation of diverse art forms through education, events, and cross-cultural initiatives.

Bhartiya Sangitalaya, Agra, is a historic institution (est. 1944) founded by Pt. Gopal Laxman Gune to protect and promote Hindustani classical music. As a cornerstone of the Agra musical community for over 80 years, it continues to organise prestigious events such as the Basant Utsav, featuring high-calibre artists from the Banaras and Maihar lineages. It remains an essential repository of the region's performing arts history.

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is the central government body overseeing the national network of Youth Hostels. Through these facilities, the Ministry provides essential infrastructure to preserve Indian classical heritage, offering institutionalised venues for maestros and students to engage in cultural exchange and performance.