A four-day birth centenary commemoration of Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee was held at Kevalam Lawn, Varanasi. It was organised by Ramnarayan Seva Trust, Nidhoura, Kashipur, Varanasi, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, from 15 to 18 December.
The programme began with the ceremonial lamp lighting, followed by a tribute to Shri Vajpayee by the esteemed guests and attendees. The four-day event saw a series of cultural activities, including cultural performances, street play (nukkad natak), folk song presentations, and music and dance competitions by participating artists and cultural groups. The programme saw a wide participation of attendees from the general public.
The commemoration concluded with the distribution of medals, mementoes, and shawls to the artists and participants.
