The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the 2nd edition of the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav at Rashtrapati Nilayam, Secunderabad, on November 21, 2025. This nine-day festival, organized by Rashtrapati Nilayam in collaboration with various ministries, showcases the rich cultural heritage of Western India, including states such as Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. In her address, the President emphasized the importance of such events in fostering understanding and respect for India’s diverse cultural landscape, particularly among the youth. The festival, which runs from November 22 to 30, 2025, offers free entry to the public and aims to connect citizens through folk culture, handicrafts, and cuisine, highlighting the government’s efforts to preserve and promote India’s rich heritage.