From devotion to dance, Aabahan is a celebration of culture, creativity and community — brought to life by the people of HM World City.
Aabahan is a heartfelt community celebration welcoming Durga Pujo and Dussehra to the heart of HM World City.
Brought to life by the passion of residents and volunteers, Aabahan reflects a shared desire to create more than just a puja — it is a true community festival. The introduction to Aabahan was presented through a special dance performance by the children of our volunteers, who beautifully depicted Goddess Durga and the timeless message of the victory of good over evil — a theme that connects both Durga Pujo and Dasara.
More than rituals and performances, Aabahan is about people. It is about families and neighbours coming together, cultures meeting with warmth and respect, and creating shared moments of joy and belonging.
As young voices and small footsteps brought the story of Aabahan to life, they reminded us that this celebration is rooted in togetherness — nurturing community bonds and passing on cherished traditions to the next generation.
Bhakti Sanje is a soulful evening of bhajans by the residents of HM World City, creating an atmosphere of devotion and togetherness. As voices rise in prayer and song, the entire gathering is transported into a space of peace and spiritual connection.
This deeply moving evening reminds everyone of the heart of Aabahan — not just the celebrations, but the sincere devotion and faith that unites the community before Maa Durga.
A canvas of imagination. A celebration of young creativity.
Chitrarpan invites our young artists to bring their imagination to life through colours, lines and stories. Inspired by the spirit of Durga Pujo, Dasara and the many traditions that make our celebrations so vibrant, the competition gives children a space to see the festivities through their own eyes and express them in their own unique way.
From the grandeur of Mysore Dasara and the charm of Gombe to the colours, stories and moments they see around them — there is no single way to create. Every drawing tells a different story, and every imagination deserves its canvas.
Come, pick up your colours and make the celebration your own.
Swarang celebrates the artistic talents of HM World City residents with vibrant cultural performances across music and dance. The evening comes alive with a rich tapestry of classical, folk, and contemporary expressions, each performance a testament to the creative spirit of the community.
From young performers taking the stage for the first time to seasoned artists enthralling the audience, Swarang is a true showcase of the depth of talent that resides within HM World City.
Rangmanch opens with the Dhunuchi Naach — earthen censers lifted high, smoke and incense in the air, the beat of the dhak and the resonant call of conch shells. It is devotion carried through body, breath and fire — one of the rawest, most stirring expressions of Durga Pujo.
The stage then turns to Ravan Vadh — the fall of Ravan and the timeless triumph of good over evil that Dasara has celebrated for centuries. The story is familiar, woven into our collective memory. But this time, Rangmanch gives it a form of its own — drawing from tradition, theatre and imagination to bring an age-old tale to life in an unexpected way.
Echoes & Embers journeys into the living heritage of India — where stories were not merely told, but carried through rhythm, movement and expression across generations.
Born from traditions shaped over centuries, this is a world where mythology meets movement, where every gesture has meaning and every beat carries an echo of the past. Ancient stories take on a striking new energy — powerful, expressive and deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of India.
Some art forms are remembered. Some are meant to be witnessed.
Garba Glow lights up the celebration with energetic dandiya and garba, inviting everyone to dance together in festive spirit. The rhythmic clatter of dandiya sticks, the swirl of colourful attire, and the infectious energy of the music make this one of the most joyful evenings of Aabahan.
True to the inclusive spirit of Aabahan, Garba Glow welcomes everyone — beginners and seasoned dancers alike — to step onto the dance floor and celebrate Dasara with joy and colour.
Sindoor Khela & Visarjan marks an emotional farewell to Maa Durga with vermillion play and prayers, as the community comes together to bid her goodbye until next year. Women apply sindoor to each other and to the idol in a deeply personal ritual, their faces reflecting both joy and the bittersweet sadness of parting.
As the idol is taken for Visarjan, the air fills with the sound of ululation and the chant of "Asche bochor abar hobe" — she will come again next year. A promise, a prayer, and a moment that lingers in the heart long after the festival ends.
The next celebration is around the corner — stay connected and join us
