As reported in @the_hindu, Saarang 2025 (@Saarang_IITM),  the annual cultural extravaganza of @iitmadras, began with a vibrant tribute to India's freedom struggle! Hon'ble Governor R.N. Ravi (@rajbhavan_tn) inaugurated the festival, emphasizing the importance of being rooted in our culture and heritage as we build a renaissance for India.  

The event featured a colorful parade by folk artists and a captivating dance-drama, Moovarnam, choreographed by Mr Dakshayani Ramachandran, tracing the Indian freedom movement and the legacy of poet Subramania Bharathi. Music maestro @ilaiyaraaja enthralled the audience with his rendition of Vandemataram enbom, while young talents Spoorthi and Vipraha delivered a stunning Carnatic fusion.  

The evening was graced by Mr R. Varadarajan, father of martyred Major Mukund Varadarajan, and a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony set to the powerful rhythm of Siva Vaadhyam.  

Here's to celebrating our culture and history as Saarang 2025 unfolds! 

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