The four-day 'Aadya' Festival, celebrating women's creative power and artistry, concluded with a grand finale at Bharat Bhavan on Sunday. Organized by the music center Anhad, the festival's final day witnessed women creators captivating literature enthusiasts with their powerful word compositions. On the festival's concluding day, Rajni Gupta (story), Sushma Munindra (story), Anna Madhuri Tirkey (poetry), Raksha Dubey Choubey (poetry), Joshna Banerjee Adwani (poetry), and Santwana Payasi (poetry) presented their works.

 

These compositions, rich in literary vocabulary and expressive sentiments, profoundly impacted the audience. The creators' works resonated with diverse sections of society, showcasing a beautiful blend of words and compelling presentations. Santwana Payasi recited poems like 'Prem' and 'Tumhari Khoj Mein' , expressing deep emotions of love and exploration. She also presented a powerful poem titled 'Striyan-Striyon Ne Buddh Hona Nahi Chuna' (Women-Women Did Not Choose to Be Buddha). Joshna Banerjee recited poems such as 'Ek Sahayika Ka Marna' (The Death of a Helper), 'Roti' (Bread), 'Bhat' (Cooked Rice), and 'Dost Ka Premi' (Friend's Lover), depicting various aspects of life with poignant detail. In her poem 'Roti,' she envisioned bread as a celebration. Raksha Dubey Choubey and Anna Madhuri Tirkey also delivered impactful poetry recitals.

 

Sushma Munindra narrated a story titled 'Baisakhi Wali Ladki' (The Girl with Crutches), highlighting the self-respect and struggles of differently-abled girls. She emphasized how a woman supporting another can bring positive change to her life. Rajni Gupta presented 'Bhagam Bhag' (Rush), a story focusing on the fading relationships in today's youth's hectic lives. Through two young characters, she illustrated how life's challenges can sometimes lead youths astray. Over four days, the festival showcased the grandeur of women's power through various forms of literature, music, and art. The festival concluded with a memorable dialogue between creators and the audience, highlighting the importance of women's creativity.