A Peek Inside The Bengaluru Habba

In Kannada, the word 'habba' signifies festival. Artists travel from all over Karnataka and India to raise consciousness of performing arts and culture and to share their experiences. All of these events are free and accessible to the public. (Image Source: PTI)

According to the state government, this year the habba will be celebrated on March 25 and 26. Bengaluru Habba will display the city's culture and traditions, and thousands of people are expected to attend the annual festival.(Image Source: PTI)

Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai will inaugurate Bengaluru Habba near Vidhana Soudha on March 25 and Amit Shah will attend the fest on March 26.(Image Source: PTI)

The Habba is an intriguing mix of many globally and nationally renowned artisans who come to the festival to showcase their art and craft. (Image Source: PTI)

Additionally, the fest is also a tribute to Vijayanagara king Nadaprabhu Kempegowda, who played a huge role in building and developing Bengaluru. (Image Source: PTI)

Handloom and Khadi exhibitions have been added to the event to highlight the work of Indian artisans. The celebrations are spiced up with art and flower displays, as well as folk and theatre acts. (Image Source: PTI)