New Delhi, June 30, 2026: The Mahindra Kabira Festival, one of India’s most immersive and soul-stirring cultural experiences, returns to Varanasi from the 4th to 6th of December, 2026, for its landmark 10th edition, presented by the Mahindra Group, and produced by Teamwork Arts. The Festival, that seeks “Kabir in every sense”, is a tribute to the unique ideology of the 15th-century mystic-poet.
The 10th edition shall feature an eclectic line-up of celebrated artists and performers, including Aruna Sairam, Shabnam Virmani, Kabir Café, Kalapini Komkali, Fakira, The Aahvaan Project, Maharaj Trio, Umesh Kabir, Sveta Hattangdi Kilpady, and Kamala Shankar. Bringing classical, folk, devotional, and contemporary musical traditions together, these artists embody the spirit of Kabir’s teachings, and will contribute to a rich tapestry of performances that lie at the heart of the Mahindra Kabira Festival experience
Over the past decade, the Festival has established a deeply rooted philosophy—celebrating Kabir’s infinite wisdom, and his syncretic and radical ideas. It embodies the “Mahindra Kabira Way” —a distinctive ethos shaped by its ideals and its programming. Attendees learn to seek a sense of calm in the frenetic and ancient city of Varanasi, valuing generosity, tolerance, and compassion, as preached by Sant Kabir, alongside a deep appreciation of history, nature, art, music, and craftsmanship. As the Festival continues to evolve, it fosters a growing and connected community—a “tribe” of audiences, artists, and thinkers who return year after year, bound by a shared sensibility and a deep engagement with Kabir’s philosophy.
Set against the timeless Ganga, the 2026 edition will continue this legacy with a thoughtfully curated programme, featuring Morning and Evening Music concerts, as well as literary dialogue and immersive cultural experiences, that reflect Kabir’s enduring relevance in contemporary times. The Festival welcomes delegates from across the world, with specially curated packages designed to offer deeper engagement and seamless access to its many offerings.
Past editions of the Mahindra Kabira Festival have featured an extraordinary array of artists and thinkers, including Pandit Ajoy Chakravarty, Prahlad Singh Tipaniya, Mukhtiyar Ali, Aruna Sairam, The Raghu Dixit Project, Indian Ocean, Thaikkudam Bridge, Anwar Khan Manganiar, Shabnam Virmani, Kabir Café, Kailash Kher, Shubha Mudgal, Mooralala, Malini Awasthi, Dastaan Live, Paresh Maity, Purushottam Agrawal, and Linda Hess, among others.
Delegate Experience:
The Mahindra Kabira Festival Delegate Experience is a thoughtfully envisaged journey, where each delegate is looked after with meticulous attention, allowing them to enjoy a bountiful programme of classical, folk and fusion music, a glimpse of Varanasi’s heritage and history, philosophical dialogue, a rich and delicious cuisine showcase, and an abiding sense of community and camaraderie.
Delegate Packages include:
Opening reception on arrival
Morning Music and Evening Concerts
The Ganga Aarti
Boat rides and temple visits
Guided heritage walks
Afternoon literature sessions
Curated meals and hospitality
Packages start at INR 44,000. Accommodation can be arranged through the Festival across a selection of heritage and boutique hotels, chosen for their character, comfort, and proximity to the ghats. The festival will commence on December 4, 2026, with an opening reception in the evening, and conclude on December 6, 2026.
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About Mahindra
Founded in 1945, the Mahindra Group is one of the largest and most admired multinational federation of companies with 324000 employees in over 100 countries. It enjoys a leadership position in farm equipment, utility vehicles, information technology and financial services in India and is the world’s largest tractor company by volume. It has a strong presence in renewable energy, agriculture, logistics, hospitality and real estate. The Mahindra Group has a clear focus on leading ESG globally, enabling rural prosperity and enhancing urban living, with a goal to drive positive change in the lives of communities and stakeholders to enable them to Rise.
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About Teamwork Arts
Teamwork Arts, India’s pioneering arts company, crafting cultural experiences for over 30 years, has taken India to the world and brought the world to India, presenting and nurturing the finest of Indian performers, writers, change makers and visual artists to the forefront. Every year, we produce over 33 festivals in 45 cities and 19 countries in the fields of performing & visual arts, knowledge and literature. We produce the world’s largest literary gathering: the annual Jaipur Literature Festival; JLF international now travels to the US, UK, and Europe. Through its digital avatar, the Jaipur Literature Festival reached over 35 million viewers in January 2024. Some key offerings among our digital and hybrid endeavours are – Art Matters, that empowers artists across India to collaborate by commissioning them to create new works, and Be Inspired: Fast tracking the future, that changes the narrative of scientific possibility to innovation. Two new milestones were added to our festival repertoire in 2024 – the Jaigarh Heritage Festival in Jaipur, celebrating India’s regal past and rich legacy of art, culture and architecture, and Voices of Faith in London, exploring the philosophies of faith to find a way towards collective empathy and understanding, and in 2026, Avakai: Amaravati Festival of Cinema, Culture and Literature was inaugurated in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. More information at: www.teamworkarts.com
