Chandigarh University's Ramlila: A Generational Theatrical Legacy

As of September 2025, the Ramlila performance at Chandigarh University's campus continues to be a cherished tradition, one that has been passed down for nearly nine decades. Two committees, the Shri Harinam Sankirtan Prachar Mandal and the Shri Arjuna Amateur Dramatic Club, have been the driving forces behind this legacy, ensuring that the story of the Ramayana is kept alive through the generations.

Many of the current participants, such as Honey Thakur and Sahil Sharma, have been involved with the Ramlila since childhood, starting out in smaller roles before taking on more prominent characters. The tradition is truly a family affair, with roles being passed down from fathers to sons, and siblings often performing alongside each other.

For the university employees, the Ramlila is not just a theatrical production, but a way of life. Administrators, shopkeepers, professors, and clerks all come together in the evenings to rehearse, learn dialogues, and guide newcomers. The Ramlila has become an integral part of their professional and personal identities, a testament to the strong sense of community that exists within Chandigarh University.