- Prime Minister Shri Modi is doing important work to increase mutual cooperation among the states
- New history is being created through good governance
- Emperor Vikramaditya Mahanatya A platform for talents, a meaningful message to the young generation
- Chief Minister Dr. Yadav has connected the land of Baba Vishwanath and Baba Mahakal: UP Chief Minister Shri Yogi
- Madhya Pradesh government’s unique three-day event in Varanasi
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that we are all getting acquainted with the life of Emperor Vikramaditya, the hero of the excellent tradition of good governance. On the occasion of staging of this Mahanritya in Kashi, the workplace of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, it would be relevant to say that Prime Minister Shri Modi deserves to be congratulated for his contribution to the nation through good governance. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav was addressing the three-day long staging of Emperor Vikramaditya Mahanritya in Varanasi (Kashi) on Friday. The function was inaugurated by Chief Minister Dr. Yadav and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that in today’s changing times, this program is important for strengthening cultural ties between the two states. Both states are working together in various fields. With the blessings of Prime Minister Shri Modi, both states have received the gift of the interstate Ken-Betwa river linking project. This is an important project that contributes to irrigation, agricultural production, and drinking water supply in both states. This is also Prime Minister Shri Modi’s good governance, under which work is being done towards increasing mutual cooperation between the states. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that in this era of Prime Minister Shri Modi’s good governance, it is natural to remember the good governance established during the reign of Emperor Vikramaditya.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that three pairs of brothers have become famous in India. These include the pairings of Lord Shri Ram and Lakshman, Lord Shri Krishna and Balram, and Emperor Vikramaditya and King Bhratrihari.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the Madhya Pradesh government has instituted the Samrat Vikramaditya International Award worth 1 crore 1 lakh rupees. A national award worth 21 lakh rupees and three state-level awards worth 5 lakh rupees each have been established. The Vikramotsav held in 2024 also received the continent-level WOW Award for the longest-running religious-spiritual festival. Furthermore, Vikramotsav also received the prestigious IMEX Global Award.
- Vikramaditya Mahanatyam staging a memorable moment : UP Chief Minister Shri Yogi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described the staging of the Vikramaditya Mahanritya as a memorable moment. He said that realizing Prime Minister Shri Modi’s vision of “One India, Best India,” Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Yadav has done a unique job of connecting the land of Baba Vishwanath with the land of Baba Mahakal through the theatrical performance. Referring to the pair of brothers, Shri Yogi said that the pair of Emperor Vikramaditya and King Bharthari is mentioned. The Maharaja, after taking initiation into the Nath sect, practiced meditation in the land of Kashi and the fort of Chunar. Emperor Vikramaditya was the one who discovered the city of Ayodhya two thousand years ago and, after Maharaja Luv, was the first to build the temple of Lord Shri Ram. Emperor Vikramaditya was synonymous with ethics and justice.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath said that Ujjain is the city of Mahakal and Kashi is the city of Panchang, both together will create a new history and strongly carry forward the tradition of love and cooperation. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that after the year 2014, under the leadership of Shri Modi, the country is rapidly moving forward on the path of development. Prime Minister Shri Modi has given due place to India’s knowledge tradition and established it in the entire world. Today, the acceptance of Yoga and Ayurveda has increased all over the world. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Modi, Maha Kumbh was organized in Prayagraj in the year 2024. In this, more than 66 crore devotees took bath in Mother Ganga.
- Vedic clock presented
Uttar Pradesh Labour Minister Mr. Anil, MSME Minister Mr. Rajesh Sachan, Registration Minister Mr. Ravindra Jaiswal, Mayor Ashok Tiwari, District Panchayat President Poonam Maurya, Rajya Sabha Member Bal Yogi Umesh Nath Ji, MLA, local public representatives and a large number of devotees and culture lovers were present at the function.
- The epic play ‘Samrat Vikramaditya’ was staged in the holy land of Varanasi.
The grand staging and powerful presentation of the epic play “Samrat Vikramaditya” took the audience on a journey back thousands of years to a golden age. The epic begins with Emperor Vikramaditya’s vow to liberate his motherland from the clutches of foreign invaders. The actors’ lively performances brought to life the era when a great hero emerged to protect his people from the terror of the Shakas. The vast and grand sets, towering forts, and scenes depicting the royal splendor of that era captivated the audience. The lighting and musical accompaniment made each scene so impressive that while the battle scenes vividly depicted heroism, the emperor’s justice filled the audience with a sense of pride.
The greatest feature of the Mahanritya was its realistic depiction. The use of majestic elephants, galloping horses, and caravans of camels lent unprecedented grandeur to the battle scenes and royal splendor. The trumpeting of elephants and the clatter of horses’ hooves created a veritable battlefield on stage, enthralling the audience. Over 400 performers, using modern light and sound technology, impressively presented the emperor’s sense of justice, indomitable valor, and the establishment of the Vikram Samvat. The towering fort and palace sets on stage brought history to life.
The epic drama also prominently showcased the untouched aspects of Emperor Vikramaditya’s personality, which transformed him from an ordinary king to the “Chakravarti Samrat.” The scene when the emperor disguised himself in the darkness of the night to inquire about the well-being of his subjects was particularly heart-touching. The dialogues, which were woven through dialogues in simple and literary language, conveyed the relevance of the “Vikram Samvat” established by him and the significance of Indian chronology. The actors’ dialogues possessed a vigor and clarity that brought history to life on stage. The episodes of the emperor’s justice and “Singhasan Battisi” conveyed the message that leadership is not merely about the enjoyment of power, but about self-sacrifice and self-surrender at the altar of justice.
On the first evening of the grand three-day grand drama, the public and tourists thronged in such numbers that the venue seemed small. As the drama reached its climax, the sky resounded with chants of “Jai Mahakaal” and “Samrat Vikramaditya.” This grand drama proved to be not just a performance, but a powerful medium for returning to our roots. In the final scene, when the emperor was crowned and flowers showered, every citizen’s head was held high with pride.
Even after the program concluded, the audience remained captivated by the magical atmosphere. The successful staging of the mega-drama proved that history, presented in the right perspective and with grandeur, still inspires pride in the public. This mega-drama will prove to be a cultural milestone in the times to come.
- Special attractions of the three-day Samrat Vikramaditya Mahanatya in Varanasi
- The Madhya Pradesh Department of Culture and Tourism has organized a grand photo exhibition at the venue. The exhibition showcases the Vedic wisdom of the sages and cultural pride in an attractive manner. The exhibition has become a center of attraction for the public.
- Over 200 artists are performing in the grand drama. From the main stage to the audience, the live enactment of the life of Emperor Vikramaditya is captivating.
- Three grand stages have been built in the Mahanritya, on one of which a replica of Mahakal Temple of Ujjain was displayed, which became the centre of special attraction.
- In the Mahanritya, the glory of Vikramaditya is being brought to life through live scenes with 18 horses, two chariots, four camels, a palanquin and an elephant.
- In the Mahanritya, the war scenes, fireworks and ancient traditions have been wonderfully brought to life using modern information and communication technology.
- In the Mahanritya, the story of Emperor Vikramaditya from his birth to his coronation, the story of Vikram Betal and the epic story of the rise of Sanatan Dharma are being displayed.