Kolkata, West Bengal, India– The spirit of unity and creativity resonated through Kolkata as Ektara NGO, the Homebound.wav crew, and the ‘Make Calcutta Relevant Again’ campaign joined forces to celebrate World Music Day. The event, held at Ektara NGO’s premises, aimed to spotlight the power of music to foster connection, hope, and community revitalization.
A vibrant atmosphere filled the day, with attendees enjoying electrifying performances by Raghu Dwivedi, DJ Teej and Sukrit Sen. Meghdut Roychowdhury, the driving force behind ‘Make Calcutta Relevant Again,’ surprised the children of Ektara NGO with a gift of his personal guitar, nurturing the next generation of musicians.
“Music is a universal language that transcends boundaries,” Roychowdhury remarked. “Our goal is to use music to make Kolkata a thriving hub of creativity and cultural exchange.”
The event was a shining example of the collaborative spirit of the ‘Make Calcutta Relevant Again’ campaign, which seeks to engage local organizations and artists to revitalize the city’s cultural landscape. Ektara NGO, a non-profit dedicated to empowering underprivileged youth through creative expression, and Homebound.wav, a collective of musicians passionate about social change, are both key partners in this endeavor.
The World Music Day celebration demonstrated the power of collaboration to create a positive impact on the community, showcasing Kolkata’s potential as a vibrant hub for music and cultural exchange.
About Ektara NGO:
Ektara is a non-profit organization based in Kolkata that empowers underprivileged children and young people through creative expression and life skills development.
About Homebound:
Homebound is a collective of musicians and artists dedicated to using their talents to drive social change and promote cultural awareness.
About Make Calcutta Relevant Again:
‘Make Calcutta Relevant Again’ is a campaign focused on revitalizing Kolkata’s cultural scene through collaborations with local artists, organizations, and businesses. The campaign seeks to create opportunities for creative expression, cultural exchange, and community engagement.