Shri. Madhukarraje Ardad, IAS
Divisional Commissioner, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Marathwada and its capital Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar is not just an industrial hub but also the tourism capital of Maharashtra. The region is rich in monuments with two World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and at least one magnificent fort in every district.
The city has a lineage of dynasties like Satvahanas, Vakatakas, and Rashtrakutas that have written golden pages of Indian history have ruled this region and have created excellent masterpieces of architecture in the region.
To promote this beauty, the administration is making ing every possible effort with all means, As a part of promoting this city and its culture, the Ellora Ajanta International festival is a handsome contributor that takes this culture in various arenas of the globe. People not only from cultural arena but also various walks of life are enthusiastic to attend this festival and contribute for it wholeheartedly every year.
The pugmarks of this festival have denoted glorious past of the city and its culture. To take it way forward, the festival is taking place this year at the same Soneri eri Mahal. Artists from various backgrounds will present a rich treat of art to the people coming to the festival from the city and various parts of the state.