Morigaon, July 30: The 15-day “Summer Workshop–2026″ on Sattriya Culture, organised by the Bordowa Sattriya Cultural Centre in memory of the late Jatin Goswami (Bapadhan), concluded on Wednesday with a vibrant cultural programme celebrating Assam’s rich Sattriya heritage. The workshop, which began on July 14, aimed at imparting traditional Sattriya art and cultural values to the younger generation.
The valedictory Sattriya Cultural Festival was held at the Ai Kherasuti Cultural Stage of the sacred Batadrava Than under the initiative of the Directorate of Cultural Affairs, Government of Assam, with the support of the Nagaon District Administration.
The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp in memory of the revered guru by Yogendra Narayan Dev Goswami, Satradhikar of Shalguri Satra. Addressing the gathering, he said the literary and cultural legacy of Srimanta Sankardeva forms the very soul of the Assamese nation and continues to inspire generations through its timeless spiritual and cultural values.
The inaugural session was attended by Amlanjyoti Dev Goswami, Satradhikar of Narowa Satra; Nagaon Deputy Commissioner Debashish Sharma; District Cultural Development Officer Namrata Bora; senior Batadrava Than artist Damborudhar Bargayan; and several distinguished exponents of Sattriya culture and other eminent guests.
Presiding over the function, Jayanta Madhab Bora, President of the Bordowa Sattriya Cultural Centre, said the summer workshop has played a significant role in preserving, promoting, and passing on Assam’s rich Sattriya tradition across the Nagaon–Batadrava region. He emphasised the importance of engaging the younger generation in the state’s classical art forms to ensure the continuity of its cultural heritage.
The cultural performances showcased the skills acquired by participants during the workshop. Students from the beginner and primary batches presented Mati Akhara, while first-year students performed Balak Krishna Nritya. Participants from the first, second, third, and fourth years also enthralled the audience with performances of Gopi Nritya, Shyam Maruti Nritya, Jhumura, and several other classical Sattriya dance forms. The instructors concluded the evening with a moving Guru Smaran performance.
The final day’s performances received an enthusiastic response from the audience, who applauded the dedication and talent displayed by both students and instructors. The workshop was widely appreciated for providing students with a meaningful and constructive way to utilise their summer vacation while fostering a deeper connection with Assam’s indigenous culture, spirituality, and centuries-old Sattriya tradition.
