Dhaka: The Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre (IGCC) of the High Commission of India in Dhaka organised a special dance theatre performance, 'Dhora Taru Kabyo - Nature's Tale', inspired by Kobi Guru Rabindranath Tagore's celebrated poem 'Brikkho Bondona' (Ode to Trees), at the Chhayanaut Auditorium on Thursday.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the production was led by acclaimed dance exponent and choreographer Pooja Sengupta and presented by the Turongomi Repertory Dance Theatre. It explored the enduring relationship between nature, humanity, and the environment through dance and theatre. The event drew attendance from Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury, senior officials from the Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, eminent personalities in the field of Rabindra Sangeet, renowned dancers, cultural enthusiasts, students, and young professionals.
The performance vividly depicted Tagore's appreciation of nature through an artistic portrayal of Bengal's six seasons, from the blossoms of spring and warmth of summer to the rains of monsoon, abundance of autumn, and stillness of winter. Minister for Cultural Affairs Nitai Roy Chowdhury praised Bangladesh's rich cultural heritage and emphasized the government's initiatives for cultural promotion in multifaceted ways.
Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi highlighted the deep cultural ties between India and Bangladesh, rooted in their shared heritage, literature, and love for nature. He noted that the performance served as a reminder of the shared responsibility to respect and preserve Mother Nature.
Through an interplay of movement, music, and theatrical expression, 'Dhora Taru Kabyo' illustrated the beauty, resilience, and enduring spirit of nature while underscoring the bond between human life and the natural world. Pooja Sengupta, the lead performer and artistic director of Turongomi, is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer known for her distinctive artistic expression, innovative approach, and research in dance education.
Pooja holds two master's degrees-one in Physics from Dhaka University and another in Dance from Rabindra Bharati University, completed under an ICCR scholarship from the Government of India in 2013. The production provided an artistic interpretation of Tagore's timeless message of harmony between humans and nature, showcasing the richness and versatility of Bangladesh's contemporary dance tradition.