Home / Arts and Entertainment / Bhimaanjali's Decade of Dawn: Music Honors Ambedkar
Bhimaanjali's Decade of Dawn: Music Honors Ambedkar
23 Dec, 2025
Summary
- The 10th Bhimaanjali celebrated Indian classical music honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
- The pre-dawn event featured renowned artists like Ustad Shujaat Husain Khan.
- This decade-old tradition fosters social harmony through music in Mumbai.
The 10th edition of Bhimaanjali, an annual pre-dawn classical music gathering, was held on December 6, 2025, in Mumbai. This milestone event, dedicated to honoring the ideals of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, commenced at 6:00 a.m. at Ravindra Natya Mandir. Organized by the Rashtranirmata Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vicharak Samiti, it has established a reputation for its serene atmosphere, perfect for dawn reflection through music.
The morning featured a lineup of distinguished artists. Ustad Shujaat Husain Khan's sitar recital, Pandit Rupak Kulkarni's nuanced melodies, Pandit Atul Kumar Upadhye's innovative violin performance, and Pandit Sridar Parthasarathy's vocal and mridangam skills were highlights. Pandit Mukesh Jadhav provided elegant tabla accompaniment throughout the program.
Over its ten-year history, Bhimaanjali has hosted numerous music luminaries, serving as a platform for reflection and remembrance. Minister of Social Justice, Shri Sanjay Shirsat, emphasized its role in fostering dialogue and social harmony. The event concluded, leaving attendees with a sense of peace and reinforcing its significance in celebrating Dr. Ambedkar's legacy through music.
