Madhya Pradesh’s crown jewel, Ujjain, transforms into a cultural epicenter as Vikram Utsav honors Emperor Vikramaditya over five weeks starting February 15. This ambitious state-backed spectacle, reviewed personally by CM Mohan Yadav, weaves together spirituality, arts, intellect, and enterprise until March 19.
Shivratri marks the dazzling launch with fairs, Kalash Yatras, and the soul-stirring ‘Shivoham’ concert. Theater takes center stage next, with a 10-day international fest from February 16-25 spotlighting plays rooted in history and tradition.
February’s momentum builds with a trio of events: an international historical conclave, puppet mastery displays, and research forums from the 26th to 28th. Transitioning seamlessly, a governance-focused intellectual meet from February 28 to March 1 explores Vikramaditya’s pioneering systems.
March brings poetic fervor on the 7th via an all-India poets’ gathering. Standouts include a global mythological film fest drawing 20+ countries, Vedic musical battles, and festive dawn rituals at key ghats.
The grand closure on March 19, dubbed Ujjayini Gourav Diwas, features Shipra riverside pomp: Vikramaditya Awards, Panchang release, ‘Arsha Bharat’ volume two unveiling, and the evocative ‘Mahadev Ki Nadi Katha’ performance.
In his directives, the Chief Minister called for a holistic showcase of the emperor’s life, works, and wisdom. Vital for youth inspiration, he urged linking science and engineering colleges to programs on Vikramaditya’s astronomical innovations, calendar reforms, and administrative genius—fortifying India’s cultural and intellectual continuum in today’s fast-paced world.