Performances of Kaikeyi-Manthara and Dasharatha-Kaikeyi Dialogues Receive Wide Appreciation
Almora: The fourth day of the Ramleela organised by the Shri Bhuvaneshwar Mahadev Temple and Ramleela Committee, Karnataka Khola, witnessed powerful performances of the Kaikeyi-Manthara and Dasharatha-Kaikeyi dialogues. Through expressive acting, compelling dialogue delivery and melodious singing, the performers brought important episodes from the Ramayana to life, leaving the audience deeply moved.
The interactions between Manthara and Kaikeyi, followed by the emotionally charged exchanges between King Dasharatha and Kaikeyi, formed the highlights of the evening. The performers effectively portrayed the emotional conflict and dramatic developments that play a crucial role in the Ramayana. A large number of people attended the event and applauded the artists for their performances.
The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by chief guest Dr. Harish Rautela, Regional Sampark Pramukh for the Western Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand region; special guest Ravi Rautela, member of the state executive committee and former BJP district president; and Arun Verma, President of the Hotel Association.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Harish Rautela emphasised the importance of preserving traditional folk arts and cultural heritage while encouraging younger generations to remain connected with their roots. He observed that traditional performances such as Ramleela play a significant role in preserving India’s cultural traditions, religious values and social heritage.
He congratulated former minister Bittu Karnatak, founder and convener of the organising committee, for arranging the Ramleela. He also appreciated the initiative to organise a drug-free Ramleela, describing it as a commendable effort to promote positive social values among young people. He noted that cultural and religious programmes can also serve as effective platforms for raising social awareness.
The evening’s performances featured Komal Joshi as Lord Rama, Gayatri Tiwari as Lakshman, Vaishnavi Joshi as Sita, Manish Tiwari as King Dasharatha, Divya Kandpal as Kaikeyi, Rekha Joshi as Manthara, Meenakshi Joshi as Kaushalya and Neha Joshi as Sumitra. The artists impressed the audience with their expressive performances, dialogue delivery and singing. The Kaikeyi-Manthara and Dasharatha-Kaikeyi sequences received particular appreciation.
The event also attracted positive responses from viewers following the performances online. Messages of appreciation were received for the artists and the organising committee’s efforts to promote traditional cultural activities.
Several prominent individuals and community members were present, including Anand Singh Nyal, Bhuvan Chandra Karnatak, Leeladhar Kandpal, Puran Chandra Tiwari, Jagdish Chandra Tiwari, Badri Prasad Karnatak, Ramesh Chandra Joshi, Kamlesh Karnatak, Kapil Malhotra, Anil Rawat, Kailash Chandra Tiwari, Kamlesh Pandey, Kamal Paliwal, Chandan Joshi, Mathura Datt Kandpal, Lalita Karnatak, Seema Karnatak, Asha Mehta, Kanchan Pandey, Bhawna Bhatt, Kavita Pandey, Hansa Datt Karnatak, Brijesh Pandey, Dinesh Mathpal, Chandrashekhar Sati, Yogesh Joshi, Amar Bora, Hem Joshi and Kamla Tiwari, along with a large gathering of spectators.
The programme was conducted by Bhawna Malhotra.
