Bringing cultures together through extraordinary experiences
rooted in India’s heritage and history.
Indian Heritage, Global Audiences
Sopaan crafts rich bespoke events that represent Indian cultural heritage internationally.
We bring historical sites alive in a contemporary context, make the local global, and create cross-cultural interface.
We blend the spectrum of artistic endeavour — bringing together music, dance, fashion, painting, sculpture, textiles, cinema, architecture, and cuisine — in pursuit of our ambition to create unique sensory experiences that vivify India, its incredible history, and extraordinary people.
The Impact We Make
Join Us to Celebrate a Living Culture with Ancient Roots and an Exciting Future
Sopaan has one mission: to craft the world’s cultural connections with India. Against the backdrop of monuments representing our history and heritage, we have had the opportunity to partner with state governments, royalty, and renowned curators to craft immersive experiences.
MONIKA KAPIL MOHTA
Monika Kapil Mohta is an Indian civil servant of the IFS cadre and has rendered 36 years of service as a career diplomat. She has served as India's Ambassador to Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Latvia, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. Monika has been instrumental in coordinating India’s Cultural Outreach and Public Diplomacy as Deputy Director General for Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) and as Director of the Nehru Centre, London.
An alumnus of the London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE), Sid Mohta has vast experience in dealing with clients on cross-border projects involving India. He has been a Consultant to Dentons, the largest law firm in the world since 2013, handling Indian-origin business development initiatives. He is deeply involved in diverse businesses across the advisory, cultural, technology, lifestyle, and healthcare industries.
SIDDHAANT MOHTA
DIRECTOR
Our Team
DIRECTOR
![Throwback to the Akhada Tour with Dr. Hemang Joshi, a journey through living heritage worth discovering. 🤼
Shree Jummadada Vyayam Mandir in Vadodara, known as the “Temple of Physical Education,” has trained generations in traditional wrestling and physical culture, from its roots as Jummadada’s akhada to its modern role under Professor Manikrao.
#AIKYAM2026 #VyayamMandir #AkhadaTour #TraditionalWrestling #GujaratHeritage
[Shree Jummadada Vyayam Mandir, Jummadada Vyayam Mandir Vadodara, Professor Manikrao Vyayam Mandir, traditional wrestling akhada Vadodara]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/889568143_17916006549520647_526814086113000764_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=TrFi_4p4Iq0Q7kNvwF1aB9E&_nc_oc=AdrvTeYNHj48WsV7obAeGgf9cSdNmfl22nPHiLNkWCGlY7N1Yd6PIqbPNCZ2SW8Q_ug&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJ-BBYUlcQd139-efd5725SBzzXIABjboHYnuJSmcd2Evp13E1RM7a5jSymaydeV4PzdFn_QPE3&oh=00_AQTjfYrXgFXIJQ1hb6-kdGsTyNz6cZr79l7FTuO4znm9QA&oe=6AF3C3AE)
![As part of AIKYAM 2026, presented by Sopaan, delegates visited Rubamin for an exploration of design and architecture in an industrial setting.
Nupur Dalmia, Managing Director of Ark Foundation for the Arts, welcomed the delegates and introduced them to Rubamin, a first-generation business built by Atul Dalmia, Chairman & Managing Director, and Anil Patel, Managing Director.
Her address reflected on Vadodara’s evolution across generations, its deep-rooted cultural curiosity, and the legacy of Maharaja Sayajirao University’s Faculty of Fine Arts.
The visit offered a closer look at Rubamin’s thoughtfully designed factory, where functional architecture, intentional design and innovation come together in a modern industrial environment.
#AIKYAM2026 #GujaratTourism #Rubamin #IndustrialDesign #ArchitectureAndDesign
[Industrial Design, Factory Architecture, Industrial Architecture, Design and Innovation, Rubamin Factory, Industries in Gujarat]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/881649591_17915706591520647_6054826159504950224_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=111&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=xiqaVgpYa-UQ7kNvwFPIboa&_nc_oc=AdpZf3tEZkZVmSTv8KOk7E366TdsEqOkZH9Hzz1KDBN-Q7RMCrlARkdGuJwlWl-kUfs&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKNWNAiRRh95uREM-A1TaPaYbZ5WnsTa7umAS-s3jVPzxmWmH0VQAflOGjbv-KTImrcSBpSaA-p&oh=00_AQQKOj1KXpaxu5OD_97KhpXtGLcj6JFEJ_ZJVLQ3dgug9A&oe=6AF3E9A1)
![Delegates stepped back in time at Champaner-Pavagadh, the UNESCO World Heritage Site that holds the memory of Gujarat’s historic capital.
From the carved porch of the Jami Masjid to the Kabutarkhana and the spiraling stairway of the Helical Stepwell, every stop told a layered story.
#Aikyam2026 #Champaner #UNESCO #GujaratHeritage #Vadodara
[Champaner-Pavagadh, Jami Masjid, Helical Stepwell, Kabootar Khana, UNESCO World Heritage Sites India, stepwells of Gujarat, Gujarat history, heritage tourism]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/886683010_17915406906520647_8378711241661931161_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=100&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=NLJsyU2zgwUQ7kNvwEa_s1W&_nc_oc=AdoQFFsSmiwVX1kmVTBu7HK_Ypq2JEUaIIiwQMHR5Se6WL4oypEIXkUvh3v4w244QEg&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKXOeWcaTJAqkn0ee-gxj9qNdM0GDoL1tgmGa-2_CVUFcAg8nOX8jmT7SfA7r-D1Ze8jdeoci5U&oh=00_AQQ9tV5uWVbm36RyFmEULpln00Xigx0O33Q2ZpAMVr9uXQ&oe=6AF3C97F)
![Today, we celebrate Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man who unified a fragmented nation through vision, courage, and an unwavering belief in the power of "One India."
In Gujarat, his birthplace, and here in Vadodara, a city close to his heart, Sopaan carries forward that legacy. Through Aikyam 2026, we brought together nations and promoted unity in diversity and promoted the vast architectural richness of our country.
#Sopaan #Aikyam2026 #GujaratTourism #SardarVallabhbhaiPatel #Vadodara
[National Unity Day, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Sardar Patel, Iron Man of India, unity in diversity, cultural diversity in India, Indian cultural heritage, Indian architecture, architectural heritage of India, heritage of Gujarat]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/881647346_17914959615520647_4629350773791576144_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=109&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=LqAc6cSMLoIQ7kNvwEdElb0&_nc_oc=AdrEJDUujRulY2gI6k-Wl6X9zSj1FhOpmubBKa2USY9GuDBgvVWNyfrtPa7yzR9uUu8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQL73sD3_H56CwB8pnLE6Yh_HtiR7l8TGoDJLIwZhOygevkmPDdW2owpn1RATACV3iL63I8MjehF&oh=00_AQQ0QdueAUxOS-RWzKzIssCi9BeXldrL2Df14exafbZwfQ&oe=6AF3C939)
![H.H. Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad reflected on cultural dialogue, setting the tone for an evening in Vadodara devoted to conversation across traditions.
Drawing inspiration from Raja Ravi Varma (1848–1906), a celebrated Indian artist who blended European academic technique with Indian mythology, Myth Made Manifest (Anubhuti) was the highlight theatrical presentation at AIKYAM 2026, reflecting his work by fusing Indian and European art forms.
Special thanks to all those that made this evening come to life:
Creative Direction & Choreography: Gauri Sharma Tripathi
Light Design & Scenography: Sangeet Shrivastava
Creative Collaborators: Aaron Fernandes Entertainment (AFE) and Amar Nritya Kala Hansa
Dance: Namrata Mehta, Ananga Manjiri, Tarini Tripathi, Neeraj Lohani, Saloni Saraf and Sneha Masurkar
Music: Chandana Bala, Satish Krishnamurthy, Silvija Radjen, Emma Tillu and Tomasz Pajak
Production: Siddesh Sonawane and Pushkara Deochake
Visual Art: Marcel Boada
With gratitude to our founders, Monika Kapil Mohta and Siddhaant Mohta, our partners and supporters, and everyone who made AIKYAM 2026 possible.
#Aikyam2026 #MythMadeManifest #RajaRaviVarma #VadodaraEvents #CulturalPerformance
[Raja Ravi Varma performance, Vadodara cultural event, Indian classical dance, mythology on stage, cultural dialogue, Indian art and culture, International artists]
@pajaktomek , @emma_the_pianist , @sylviemade , @snehakathak , @salonis , @itsneerajlohni , @namrataodissi , @gaurisharmatripathi , @amaranrityakalahansa , @ananga_manjari , @afentertainment_official , @shrivastavasangeet , @chandanabalakalyan , @satish_mridangam , @siddesh_sonawane , @pushkara_deochake , @tarinitripathi](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/881145215_17914833711520647_3153097215725716536_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=108&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=uzMikRpJVI4Q7kNvwGgAWLl&_nc_oc=AdrdQTrrboSlrJJBr8-GoCgInWUIdRE8wotMXuaiOZl8Vhk0HUMjWwnH0mhzsfYUsPw&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJUoGQWopY8ZIMAEuEF1uzi6jAvLFFPths8jpRUikHQWXpLmn6ov5p-qWC3FwYP7ExSJoiBz5Gj&oh=00_AQTNkD53Rbb7sVi3JkxUY6ZEozVMgy0akVDl-s5W6JSxcw&oe=6AF3E368)
![Gujarat’s artistic heritage runs deep, and in Vadodara it lives on in the Maharaja Fatesingh Museum that houses some of the works of Raja Ravi Varma.
As delegates explored the Maharaja Fatesingh Museum during AIKYAM 2026, they moved through a collection that includes European paintings, marble busts, and more than 30 original works by Raja Ravi Varma.
#Aikyam2026 #Vadodara #MaharajaFatesinghMuseum #RajaRaviVarma #GujaratArt
[Maharaja Fatesingh Museum, RRV Hall, Raja Ravi Varma collection, Vadodara museum, Indian art and heritage, royal patronage, Gujarat art history, mythology in painting]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/871758840_17914450080520647_2908840303030921768_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=108&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=jg5hict2hwUQ7kNvwHyej_a&_nc_oc=AdorI-VBXbcLxL5UD6o2adjFMwgvGoMVXCF50jRSp6dDbo6nI5MNArZivhRONgS2oqA&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJYYBi-FdP69e4csfv8h3ca8fOxnnzbZAZTKwFYhH1gwoWtJmKqyOu3odoqFZaPJIZJDpkG-xjs&oh=00_AQR6bpC8d0FwD-1yG-joZ88igqfKFw3xEjZFzrbDfFOa6A&oe=6AF3C8BB)
![A throwback to an unforgettable Garba night at AIKYAM 2026. ✨
Set against the grandeur of Lukshmi Vilas Palace, the evening brought international delegates closer to Gujarat’s vibrant cultural traditions.
The music, the movement and the collective energy made it a celebration to remember. 💫
#AIKYAM2026 #Garba #GujaratCulture #CulturalExchange #Vadodara
[Grand Garba Night, Vadodara cultural events, Gujarati folk dance, Indian cultural heritage, international delegates in Vadodara, Navratri celebration]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/867835957_17914084167520647_8560098026452069778_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=102&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=KnRL2sbvMnoQ7kNvwEVqliM&_nc_oc=AdqtXVpse98q3hoLJKw73uJy3H3Gg2JPCTugVYE6uLQjXKZz20d71iRwcJHxUBz5HnM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJEjeeUDBd7WjeQONXy7y-1KrWg5Lg9pDS2IuoDNJDNrQWwJ_Pc_nrdCLkdz7X8bFjWgGxfmw9l&oh=00_AQSOVWvXG0yz-gaDrd__bqhpsagYLCMSHoHvxLP01qcZ4g&oe=6AF3C559)
![This UN Day, we celebrate the power of cultural experiences to bridge cultural differences and create harmony.
We’re proud of Aikyam 2026 that stood by its purpose of bringing communities together through cultural experiences and community building. Myth Made Manifest (Anubhuti) united artists from eight nations through international collaboration, celebrating shared humanity across different traditions – a true step towards peace. 🌐🕊️
#CulturalExperiences #CommunityBuilding #Sopaan #Aikyam2026 #GujaratTourism
[United Nations Day, UNDay2026, Unity in Diversity, Cultural Diplomacy, Raja Ravi Varma, Myth Made Manifest, Anubhuti, Indian Art, Cultural Dialogue, International Collaboration]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/865564436_17913598071520647_6375280024794164764_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=Y_vtfTzotksQ7kNvwGDUM3F&_nc_oc=Ado_7cHk7yTCIs6MQnawcqcjKB0dY8WmKlVjwvgIlFm1WRjFaw-R_GcHMZwm4dfmHpk&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKYyhPdIBusMCZXQhTKeGgHF7_fhNkEPqnhTOnqhQ18d3lYFMnFSjwBNTey7Mtb7tOCgL1r3CRk&oh=00_AQS_6dww__HqtftKJwqMv7b8Am-TppovR8PUNwE6Ik2iCA&oe=6AF3D397)
![At AIKYAM 2026, Spanish artist Marcel Boada brought the grandeur of Lukshmi Vilas Palace to life through a live painting, later presenting the artwork to the Maharani.
A meaningful exchange of art and heritage, made possible through the support of the Spanish Embassy.
Our gratitude to the Spanish Embassy, and to Sopaan directors @mohta.monika1 and @siddhaant_mohta, for being part of this memorable moment of cultural exchange.
#AIKYAM2026 #LukshmiVilasPalace #CulturalExchange #CulturalDiplomacy #Sopaan
[Lukshmi Vilas Palace, Vadodara cultural events, cultural diplomacy India, Spanish artist Marcel Boada, live painting, Maharani of Vadodara, international artists in India]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/858016538_17912855871520647_7313973898272529152_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=hCm7SJyYuS8Q7kNvwEkgYXg&_nc_oc=Adph-BcNBB7zKfpvAhnYfSTB2Gw423xibxoUcAa6iv37eO5qompvsu0MSDc3VA31j1U&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJ9pwc8uPguv4cllvJadl3DRGS5Z3e7x8Y6IBL57PPniZ5LgiVsew4TAhHVrOyxACKVDZ9ixXsC&oh=00_AQTBh-HdxmOch-2TB5by59ZIauyW4VDDV_nq0TcUvOCrRA&oe=6AF3BAB6)
![Aikyam 2026 kicked off with a welcome dinner that set the tone for everything to come. The evening brought together cultures with conversations flowing as freely as the food.
There's a special energy in the first night of a gathering like this, when everyone arrives with a little anticipation and leaves with a sense of belonging.
We're grateful to everyone who made the weekend possible, and we can't wait to see what the days ahead bring. ✨
Special thanks to all our sponsors and partners @inbritish @italyinindia @embespindia @austrianembassy_newdelhi @austrianculturalforumnewdelhi @swissembassynewdelhi @vadilalicecreams @piralmuseum @vfsglobalofficial @indiabullslimited @kalpatarulimited @ushabreco_foundation @vazir_group @cbsl_technologies @gaclindia @gsfc_india @sacheeromeglobal @gujaratenergyltd @indigo.6e @rubamingroup @drink.sober @grandmercure_vadodara @lukshmivilaspalace @nlinindia @deepakgroupco eu_in_india @swedeninindia @polishembassyindia @aecid_es
#Aikyam2026 #WelcomeDinner #CulturalEvent #VadodaraGujarat #CrossCulturalDialogue
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![Gujarat's cultural heritage came alive on the third day of AIKYAM 2026 🎭✨
The evening opened with Bhavai, Gujarat’s traditional folk theatre, presented in English as a special exception, bringing the region’s stories and artistry to life before guests moved on to dinner and a grand Garba night.
Our special thanks to Dr. @drhemangjoshimp, Hon’ble Member of Parliament from Vadodara and National President, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha for hosting an evening that celebrated Vadodara's culture, community, and tradition.
#Aikyam2026 #CultureAndHeritage #IndianPerformingArts #Vadodara #CulturalPerformances
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![And that’s a wrap on AIKYAM 2026: Rasa & Realism. ✨
Day 3 of AIKYAM 2026 brought together Gujarat’s living heritage, architectural innovation and the divine spirit of Garba, closing with celebrations that will stay with us long after the night ends.
Our heartfelt gratitude to the participating embassies, patrons, directors, delegates, artists, performers, partners and everyone who made this cultural weekend possible. Thank you for being part of a weekend that celebrated India’s heritage, fostered cross-cultural dialogue and created meaningful connections – until we meet again!
#AIKYAM2026 #Sopaan #RasaAndRealism #CulturalDiplomacy #IndianHeritage
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![Aikyam 2026 opened with a shared sense of unity, rooted in Gujarat’s rich history and heritage.
Day 2 brought together Raja Ravi Varma’s art, Vadodara’s landmarks and Gujarati cuisine, culminating in an evening of unique cultural performances.
#Aikyam2026 #GujaratEvents #Vadodara #RajaRaviVarma #MythMadeManifest
[Aikyam Vadodara, cultural events in Vadodara, Gujarat heritage and culture, Vadodara cultural heritage, Raja Ravi Varma art, Maharaja Fatehsingh Museum, Sursagar Lake Vadodara, Gujarati culture and cuisine, royal heritage of Vadodara]
@snehakathak @salonis @itsneerajlohni @namrataodissi @gaurisharmatripathi @amaranrityakalahansa @ananga_manjari @afentertainment_official](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/844301984_17911509468520647_5104881188655707642_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=105&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=P2KqC6nVq5gQ7kNvwGwSB49&_nc_oc=AdqpftnakUjWUFbLsxh5JhpYZ7xeVPDTETIpZCnfLB-BwkaLwyVNKiWCh7EUIYauxP8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKvVVs9vK8MJgnGsQFv3o-sqP8XjYy2c8OkRb0M5pXafSchu4DBaEkK_Xw7x-0stv7cYOgdUeMZ&oh=00_AQRiF0BrRu5XbVEbqmhVAhUojw6SPs7YawT2FyXUYsUi1w&oe=6AF3E9DD)
![As Municipal Commissioner of Vadodara, Arun Mahesh Babu plays an important role in shaping the city’s future through urban development and citizen-centric governance.
Sopaan is honoured to host AIKYAM 2026 in Vadodara this weekend under his guidance, bringing people and cultures together to celebrate global diversity and promote regenerative tourism.
#AIKYAM2026 #Sopaan #ArunMaheshBabu #GujaratTourism #MunicipalCommissionerOfVadodara
[AIKYAM 2026, Sopaan, Regenerative Tourism, Gujarat Tourism, Vadodara Gujarat, Arun Mahesh Babu IAS, Vadodara Municipal Corporation, Sustainable Tourism in Gujarat, Cultural Diversity]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/841283581_17911191114520647_7944334593479660774_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=105&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=f7nlWrp7Xz4Q7kNvwH_nDKO&_nc_oc=AdpRwEpjZIco2KO3n7tcoBRnwOAzriWKbhsfhCsuzmxqUat3yJOwrwY5sh1V-navpz4&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKCwoJ-_EANt_0LEk20buWMu8-HjyrfktSA6woFaUCQBvyxNLu6Or8IbMYYZvvCFkC0D-Au37ny&oh=00_AQTxgOYjwLEM1A3EQTAizkTtjrGSwbh70IG3kkfMdBDtKQ&oe=6AF3E300)
![Gujarat's best kept secret isn't a place, it's a thread of living heritage and culture. Bandhani, Patola, mirror work, block print. Techniques passed down for generations, still alive in the hands that make them today.
At AIKYAM 2026, we bring this living craft into the same frame as royal heritage and classical art.
📍 Vadodara, Gujarat | 9–11 October
#Sopaan #Aikyam #GujaratHeritage #Bandhani #Patola #IndianTextiles #RasaAndRealism #IncredibleIndia
[Indian arts and culture, Indian heritage, textile industry in India, travel and tourism Gujarat]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/836320137_17910616035520647_2116446241359779612_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=6QDp9O4UqVgQ7kNvwFC63K0&_nc_oc=Adp0AfZcT_UN9LQrffcZYWUNuXuqvUIB0NiCFk0vt8lD9ANKRyuD_L4720Om2PiQRDM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIwliXfYYeCgUMJv3LYY4CyKU1EOq-gqy1dNqoqs5Nty6Kr2_lJb45Rvs-Daj-ZnvTwWCVC3S3L&oh=00_AQSk587ZKwHe34TepE49KqmXcArodixFynpWjdSNVTyrsQ&oe=6AF3DF6A)
![The countdown begins. ✨
In 5 days, Sopaan brings AIKYAM 2026: Rasa & Realism to Vadodara, a weekend where art, architecture, and living tradition converge.
Follow @sopaan_india as we count down to Vadodara.
#Sopaan #AIKYAM2026 #CulturalEvent #ArtAndHeritage #IndianArt IndianCulture GujaratTourism
[Cultural events in October, Arts & culture event in India, upcoming Indian events, October calendar for art enthusiasts]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/833462029_17910459879520647_5718937426926567028_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=100&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=IhgWQL0VmW8Q7kNvwEr-kB_&_nc_oc=AdppoWabEOd3hvVqz_-nT8AasUrPtPnms6zxUNwkVDwKOciCJVC09e0gYSNmppP0o-E&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQLdNCTytc7oIC7CJJIEzEQbTvF9mvc4oJJ8SXyiZQ_x1ZaC3i4HbISCt43Daaos-AqpK-1rSQFF&oh=00_AQQbzIXwQgxKcqLRUpq6CTP9QcQaqPA455uticauzQwTHg&oe=6AF3E94A)
![Aikyam 2026 is made possible through the support of organisations, institutions and individuals who share our commitment to culture, heritage and regenerative tourism.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. Hemang Joshi, Hon’ble Member of Parliament from Vadodara and National President, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, for his support and contribution towards Aikyam 2026.
We thank all our partners for helping us bring together a celebration of India’s diverse cultural landscape and create a space for cultural exchange and meaningful connections.
Swipe through to discover the partners supporting Aikyam 2026. ➡️
#Aikyam2026 #Sopaan #Vadodara #RegenerativeTourism #GujaratTourism
[Gaekwad Royal Family, Incredible India, Corporate Cultural Sponsorship]
@cbsl_technologies @gaclindia @gsfc_india @sacheeromeglobal @gujaratenergyltd @indigo.6e @rubamingroup @drink.sober @hyattplace @grandmercure_vadodara @lukshmivilaspalace @nlinindia @hyattplacevadodara](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/827855843_17909843823520647_3823805488621285903_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=110&_nc_map=urlgen_bucketless&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=b_xUM6LwVhoQ7kNvwFF2lsF&_nc_oc=Adoey8vpvSSaDyG7fabIISFdO_A-nfSEg9jRHxv0Fso6t84F3ucMeOzS27mjbWD433g&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=p32Ay5Sqrc0h06yKFjKHYA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQL7wlSu_6ryqr16cYXKhel5uQ025Veh3EplCtcdETY8sYBTpRXc-p1ueC4FUhpjd6mX1WFOWdKn&oh=00_AQSN3fxBVTZ9QwjJPZ20z4JJ1ioWbBJw0KCn8pOEagzDtA&oe=6AF3E9AB)
