Vice President Inaugurates 38th Pune Festival

On September 18, 2026, Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated the 38th Pune Festival at the Shree Ganesh Kala Krida Rangamanch in Pune.

Event: The Pune Festival is an annual celebration of art, culture, music, and other cultural activities.
Lifetime Achievement Award: The Vice President presented the "Founder Suresh Kalmadi Pune Festival Lifetime Achievement Award" to actor Mohan Joshi.
Venue: The inauguration ceremony took place at the Shree Ganesh Kala Krida Rangamanch, Nehru Stadium, Pune.
Emphasis on Heritage: The Vice President highlighted the necessity of preserving historical and cultural heritage alongside development.