Guwahati: The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR), a UNESCO World Heritage Site under Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), successfully hosted a vibrant three-day Station Mahotsav at the historic Kurseong Railway Station as part of the Ghum Festival. The event showcased the artistic spirit of the hills through music, poetry, art and active community participation, reinforcing NFR’s commitment to cultural connectivity and heritage conservation along the DHR route.
In a first-of-its-kind initiative, DHR teamed up with the nationally recognised creative collective Poets of Community to introduce open mic culture to Kurseong and nearby hill regions. The collaboration created a much-needed platform for local artists to share their talents while connecting the region with contemporary artistic trends across India.
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The Mahotsav, which began on December 2, opened with an energetic local artists’ open mic, followed by an evening curated showcase featuring performers from across India and abroad. Kurseong Railway Station transformed into a multicultural stage, celebrating diverse languages and artistic styles.
School competitions in essay writing, painting and poetry kept the momentum alive, while the closing day saw a high-energy music festival featuring hill-based musicians and bands. The event concluded with the felicitation of student winners.
The successful Mahotsav marks a significant step in blending heritage with modern cultural expression, enhancing DHR’s role as a dynamic cultural hub for the hill communities.
