CII Banaras Biennale – KASHI/LIGHT
The inaugural CII Banaras Biennale 2026 runs from 27 November to 31 December in Banaras, India. Themed "City as Sensorium," this sprawling multi-venue heritage festival blends traditional crafts, textiles, and classical music with contemporary arts and social impact programs.
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Living Heritage Celebration: Acts as the landmark inaugural edition organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), treating the historic city of Banaras as both its subject and canvas.
Interdisciplinary Curation: Merges centuries-old inherited knowledge systems with contemporary artistic practices across visual arts, photography, textiles, crafts, literature, and musical performances.
Immersive Experiences: Features curated public museum walkthroughs, live artisan weaving showcases, temple trails, heritage walks, and open-air musical performances right along the iconic Ganga ghats.
Collaborative Dialogue Platform: Hosts site-specific art installations alongside structured symposia, curatorial roundtables, and ideas-driven masterclasses focusing on creative economies.
Long-Term Social Impact: Uses the festival platform to launch sustainable welfare schemes, including primary healthcare initiatives for local weaving clusters and a specialized Artisan Skill Training Institute.
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