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Dharwad Children Captivate Audience with Vibrant Cultural Showcase
16 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Over 300 children performed at the Makkala Habba event
- Event featured dance, music, acrobatics, drama, and folk arts
- Deputy Commissioner praised the festive atmosphere created by children
On October 15th, 2025, the Karnataka Balvikas Academy (KBA) hosted the Makkala Habba, a celebration of children's talents, in Dharwad. The event featured a captivating array of cultural performances by over 300 children, including dance, music, acrobatic skills, drama, drawing, painting, and folk music.
Speaking as the chief guest, Dharwad's Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu stated that wherever children are present, every day and every moment carries a festive atmosphere. She commended the KBA for organizing children-centric programs that provide a platform for students to showcase their skills and help them scale up at the national level.
The KBA Chairman, Sangamesh Babalashwar, informed that the academy has always been dedicated to bringing the children of the state into the social mainstream. He also announced the upcoming inauguration of a state-of-the-art, fully equipped children's studio at the academy's central office.
