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
![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://scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/827855843_17909843823520647_3823805488621285903_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=G2YxEYHE9isQ7kNvwH8iOkw&_nc_oc=Adq5T4HhG9oPnGNw0q4uvvBE-byJ6hOyAOY-OvNA8oz2qZ3thbqeDiRvEpfCfnlHUgE&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EDIhs5SWTTr0XIAK9Zh0pQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQLyCavoeiCCEH8bkc7dEJCgzLc78uyHGegG4P2V_L_c86lvSWPfgaUQzVg6iuepY5gRm_H_Uczd&oh=00_AQOMD0MCMatGGpPIAjixs6R6S88Jh2XGTshLG1HLdwHMuQ&oe=6AC35A6B)
![Inscribed by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Garba is the living pulse of a civilization.
From October 9–11, 2026, Aikyam 2026 arrives in Vadodara, Gujarat to bring people together in a celebration of Shakti, community and life through Garba.
We look forward to discovering the union of divine energy meeting Shakti in Vadodara.
🔗 Tap the link in our bio to explore more.
#UNESCO #Garba #Navratri2026 #Aikyam2026 #Sopaan Vadodara
[Aikyam 2026, Sopaan, Navratri 2026, Cultural Diplomacy India, Indian Heritage]](https://scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/785271460_17904772452520647_2704509518669975583_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=zgHE_H2Q2UsQ7kNvwEMSboY&_nc_oc=AdrVP6oQfZy1TZV_l0rJbHnXoNFAZQGKbU2YDSVl1_SqU0tinNwuTRWSKayfyBlGlAI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EDIhs5SWTTr0XIAK9Zh0pQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQLeAWFE6aaG6HUg_Bz2SbZZQ0uldR_U2enx22sFbT57Zt-AZqeM2lM6xbRPY5Uay3HPqq8y37lT&oh=00_AQNAeCPy_pXkT6gVigGa1UT_IOs1muVw5k-h1dhGiOkOPA&oe=6AC3356B)
![AIKYAM 2026: Rasa & Realism draws from Raja Ravi Varma’s evocative vision of divine femininity, bringing his artistic language to life through an evening of art, music and cultural performance.
Rooted in Vadodara’s cultural legacy and presented in partnership with H.H. Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad of Vadodara, Sopaan presents Myth Made Manifest – bringing together acclaimed Indian and international artists in a celebration of cross-cultural artistic exchange.
#Aikyam2026 #IndianArt #Sopaan
[Raja Ravi Varma paintings, cultural diplomacy India, Indian heritage, art and culture India, Baroda]](https://scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/782413444_17904477999520647_7593789188500075585_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=fIDN2k6d6ZoQ7kNvwGVfUUU&_nc_oc=AdpzqbEGfhMF7Q0TU2yCPLvcVCfb9HavRAVvHUyXiID9m6DoadsDjoCKVthIvMnou6I&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EDIhs5SWTTr0XIAK9Zh0pQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIAufm6zdER3a1_QO1EH1aZGFUn-L4wbe0U2uQDrp1cbVDP8G4rEi3SMjLXT-6xN1gXI1EbV_5F&oh=00_AQPeQgcsixoRWm_K-XjejnFY9sR_upAxO9ZuVvtlPmGEVw&oe=6AC3472C)
![At Aikyam 2025, historian William Dalrymple, a prominent Scottish writer, broadcaster and art historian, explored the global influence of Indian civilisation through what he calls the “Golden Road.” Standing before the magnificent Kailasa Temple, he spoke about India as the “centre of a web” that connected cultures across Asia. 🏛️
Event Highlights:
📚 Cultural Influence: Sacred religions, philosophies and ideas in India travelled across Asia, from Afghanistan to Bali.
🌐 Scientific Legacy: Indian scholars made important contributions to astronomy and the study of the universe.
🧮 Mathematical Legacy: The numbers we use today traveled from India to the Arab world and later to Europe.
A powerful reminder of how far India’s ideas, knowledge and culture have travelled. 🌏
#IndianHistory #Aikyam2025 #Sopaan
[ancient Indian civilisation, Indian philosophy, India’s cultural influence, Indian heritage, Asian history]](https://scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/786069779_17904186642520647_7725747988947007483_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=b89bxWL_VM8Q7kNvwG_QKwH&_nc_oc=AdoPuksweRzdl-1_ILzkFH4UbnwsCpaeBaAX3eHNZV_AVegWgkf-f3uBU9p9im7Ehng&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EDIhs5SWTTr0XIAK9Zh0pQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQI2pnnDjthvyUWek1q3dTs716nVpxq2d6u_duNO7_aazh9fwo5pEM7Kzt3DAxy79OK15TAZGIgs&oh=00_AQOY8FIFPNx1W95n9a7aN_5pf4WsDaFyrATqtieyv4jwHg&oe=6AC34955)
![From historic monuments to living traditions, we create immersive cultural experiences because heritage becomes truly meaningful when it creates a connection between cultures.
[Sopaan, Indian cultural experiences, heritage India, Aikyam 2026]
#Sopaan #IndianCulture #CulturalExperiences #ArtAndCulture](https://scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/778986059_17904043947520647_6871521610455630300_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=GXmuFfGzgqUQ7kNvwEh01iz&_nc_oc=AdrVtE5BQbWW71k7FZEQfKZBaGrC4EMT7BjRGnf5hGe1taDzQ3pKxAWnXghyGZgZGWI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EDIhs5SWTTr0XIAK9Zh0pQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIhLcD4eDnHa42gZf03q4C9AVKKoJ9iUa13TtkOZtGe4GgMbtBQOO5qvtHhZAs6s2ZEdP5bIM0U&oh=00_AQM8Dm5LHluyelAYBcjO2AZXniuNNpPyUUrvhxkIcixOhA&oe=6AC3568E)
![Celebrating the Heart of Indian Heritage! ✨
Sopaan presents AIKYAM 2026 in Vadodara, a special event celebrating our rich arts, architecture, textiles, and culture in collaboration with Gujarat Tourism and Incredible India.
Our Guiding Force
👑 H.H. Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad
As an art historian and heritage custodian, her vision and active leadership keep Vadodara's royal traditions and crafts alive.
Key Partners & Supporters
- Heritage Trust of Baroda: Partner organization working to preserve Vadodara's history and architecture.
- Shri Hemang Joshi: Event Patron, MP of Vadodara, and BJYM National President, bringing energetic youth leadership to promote our culture.
#Aikyam2026 #Sopaan #LukshmiVilasPalace #GujaratTourism #RasaAndRealism
[Tourism India, Cultural Heritage India, Art Experience in India]](https://scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/778401357_17903758605520647_3643468056420753384_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=-XsXsChW4FsQ7kNvwFFt8sV&_nc_oc=AdpBp8NVhHXoZg6nBCp311jyw7LHf3mzg1B2yPJ9NSNzk_Mh_PbZFwhqDTX6jAsMjE8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EDIhs5SWTTr0XIAK9Zh0pQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIGRNWn_Q52rkT_vynOGvFvNaLcrOoZ4Y8W2qbFMRcLBDnEC_9aD0YrLJyuenwq3-7yFWKqSz6Y&oh=00_AQN6u7wuDJPQ4yGCeuENLtRn4AIySnj9vJMY1qDmBG600w&oe=6AC341AC)
![Where culture, conservation, and celebration meet. ✨
Swipe through glimpses of Aikyam 2025: an initiative by Sopaan in collaboration with UNESCO and Maharashtra Tourism.
Highlights:
🌍 Global voices on heritage and conservation
🎭 Celebration of India’s living traditions
🏛️ Immersive heritage experiences
Follow @sopaan_india for more updates.
#Aikyam #Sopaan #AjantaEllora #KailasaTemple #CulturalHeritage
[Kailasa Temple Ellora, UNESCO Heritage Sites India, Indian Cultural Heritage]](https://scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/774149108_17903205573520647_3863283404118097756_n.heic?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=EfRF92MXe8cQ7kNvwHfrhIm&_nc_oc=Adoq6TEp-OQl34VW4kI1ND7XIBb0xNcvm750N4Xm9FbhEte5RjsZ_J_yhKYz4HFyHlE&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EDIhs5SWTTr0XIAK9Zh0pQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQLcEEQ2fxhKGJKR7LB1ethiYLKlQ2lrjQR7l2tUEWmidB-EPQPLpVwSz7Tb64jU0QJmTKHTkETq&oh=00_AQMy9R8AVtzwCHdTJpNpcX4dVlYKcoHEoB1stZnWLuiBBw&oe=6AC35BD7)
