The Unique Endeavours of Kalakshetra
Projects that share Srimanta Sankaradeva’s life, teachings and cultural legacy with communities across Assam and beyond.
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A legacy of knowledge, devotion and creativity
Three initiatives.
One enduring legacy.
Through books, art and sacred places, the Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra Society is making the life and work of the Mahapurusha accessible to new generations and diverse communities.
in the book project
for Sankaradeva Abhiyan
for the spiritual circuit
Multilingual
Book Project
The Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra Society has undertaken the publication of a multilingual book on Srimanta Sankaradeva, the greatest saint of Assam. Authored by eminent scholar Dr. Pradipjyoti Mahanta, the book presents his life, philosophy, and the evolution of the Neo-Vaishnavite movement.
It has been translated into Assamese, Hindi, English, and ethnic languages such as Bodo, Deuri, Mising, Nepali, Rabha, Dimasa, Karbi, and Tiwa. Despite the challenge of capturing the Mahapurusha's vast personality and ocean-like philosophy in a small volume while preserving the essence of the original, the dedicated efforts of numerous scholars and contributors have made this endeavour a success, bringing his teachings and enduring legacy to diverse linguistic and cultural communities.
Sankaradeva
Abhiyan
Sponsored by the Government of Assam and initiated by the Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra Society, Sankaradeva Abhiyan has been underway for the past three years. The project aims to depict various phases of Srimanta Sankaradeva’s life and works, from his birth to his passing, through pictorial representations.
So far, 30 exquisite oil paintings have been completed by talented artists. The project also seeks to preserve the Ankiya Nats (one-act plays) created by the Guru through traditional painting styles. The dedicated efforts of 12 renowned artists of Assam have contributed significantly to the success of this visionary initiative.
Srimanta Sankaradeva
Spiritual Circuit
The Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra Society is also undertaking the Srimanta Sankaradeva Spiritual Circuit, an ambitious project identifying 21 sacred places in Assam associated with the life and memory of Srimanta Sankaradeva. These holy sites, where the Guru spent at least a day during his lifetime, are being developed into attractive destinations for devotees, Vaishnavites, and domestic and international tourists.
With the support of the Government of Assam, infrastructure development work is progressing continuously to enhance these sites and promote their spiritual, cultural, and tourism significance.