What is Purvanchal?

Purvanchal….as we know, is “a geographical region of the eastern end part of Uttar Pradesh” that includes Azamgarh, Basti, Chitrakoot, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Mirzapur, Prayagraj/Allahabad and Varanasi divisions and entire Awadh region including Lucknow and RaeBareli…

Maati Festival

Purvanchal Spirit and culture is not confined to the some districts Uttar Pradesh. This spirit can be found in almost every part of the world. There are many mini-Purvanchals in the country and abroad. To celebrate this Purvanchal spirit with a sense of belonging, an initiative called “Maati”…

Our Pioneers

“Maati” is first of its kind a complete festival of Purvanchal and its folk art, traditional melody and ethnic food. It is one of those apolitical occasions, which brings together people from different background and identities. Some respected Purvanchalis are part of this initiative from day one and our pioneers include;

Videos Cultural programs of Maati-III

Video Receiving Maati Samman-III

Glimpses of Maati-IIII

Videos Cultural programs of Maati-II

Video Receiving Maati Samman-II

Glimpses of Maati-II

Videos Cultural programs of Maati-I

Purvanchali Achievers on receiving Maati Samman-I

Glimpses of Maati-I