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Kalayatra:
The Kala-yatra at Bhavspandan was a stirring showcase of societal themes, each tableau presenting an artistic lens on critical issues and cultural pride. One of the most impactful themes was women’s safety, driven by the need to address incidents of violence and ensure a safe environment for all. This tableau evoked a deep sense of empathy and a call for action, reminding us of the importance of awareness and protection.
Further enriching the cultural tapestry, tableaux dedicated to Gujarati sahitya and Gujarati sanskruti celebrated the state's literary legacy and traditions. Through these displays, the festival paid homage to the timeless beauty and wisdom embedded in Gujarati culture, uniting students in a shared pride for their roots.
Our group chose to portray the theme of corruption within education, an issue that resonates with students and society alike. Through symbolic representation, we illustrated the impacts of this corruption, urging the audience to recognize the need for accountability and integrity in education. Together, the themes presented in the Kala-yatra not only highlighted ongoing societal conversations but also united students in a powerful artistic experience.
Skit (लघु नाटक): A Mirror to Society
In our skit, the performers addressed crucial societal issues like women’s safety, education, and job scarcity. These are challenges that affect millions, and through engaging dialogues and relatable scenarios, our skit brought these concerns to life.
Women’s Safety: The skit portrayed the ongoing struggle for women’s security, emphasizing the need for societal and legal reforms. The scene powerfully depicted how women face both visible and invisible threats and called for communal responsibility.
Education and Job Scarcity: Another segment critiqued the education system’s flaws and the limited job opportunities available to youth. By dramatizing the dreams and disappointments of young graduates, the performance shed light on the frustrating gap between education and employment.
The skit’s layered narrative enabled viewers to connect with the characters and encouraged the audience to reflect on the roles they can play in addressing these issues.
Mime (मूक अभिनय): The Power of Silence
mime performances explored themes of patriotism, technology, and nature, allowing emotions to resonate without spoken words. Through expressions and movement, the performers conveyed the spirit of these themes in ways that words alone might fail to capture.
Patriotism: In this segment, the performers represented love for one’s country, honoring the sacrifices and unity that bind us together.
Technology and Nature: In the section on technology, the performers illustrated both the benefits and drawbacks of technological advancement, capturing how it can bring people together while sometimes harming the natural world. The nature theme beautifully portrayed the symbiosis between humans and the environment, urging us to respect and protect it.
Mime’s silence made these portrayals universally relatable, letting the audience interpret and feel the depth of each theme.
Mono-Acting (एक पात्रीय अभिनय): A Glimpse into Mental Health
In a standout mono-acting performance, one of our students Pallavi parmar addressed the often-stigmatized topic of women’s mental health. Her portrayal shed light on the unique challenges women face, from societal expectations to personal struggles with self-worth and resilience.
With a compelling script and emotive delivery, she presented the inner conflicts that women endure in silence. The performance encouraged a new understanding of mental health issues and the importance of compassionate support systems.
Poetry Recitation :
These are topics of Poetry :
● વૃદ્ધ માબાપની વેદના
● કાશ એવ ુંબને...કે-
● હું એવો ગ જરાતી
● દોસ્ત! તુ વાત તો કર
● મારું ગામ ખાલી થઈ રહ્ ુંછે.
● પ્રેમ એટલેકે-
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