subah ye banaras

Subah-e-Banaras
Vintage Video Hero — Banaras Morning

Welcome to the dawn at Banaras, where every moment awakens the soul.

A VINTAGE MORNING AT NEW ASI GHAT

Welcome to the official website of Subah-e-Banaras.

Launched in 2014 at Asi Ghat, Varanasi, this daily gathering before sunrise reflects the timeless spirit of India. The morning comes alive with Vedic chants, classical music, yoga and rituals that honor nature and bring peace within.

Guided by the mantra Mitrō Agnih (friendship and goodwill), Subah-e-Banaras is more than a program; it is a collective celebration of spirituality, culture, yoga and knowledge for harmony and well-being.

Subah-e-Banaras Ganga Aarti
Daily — before sunrise
ASI Ghat, Varanasi
Since 24 Nov 2014
A morning of ritual, music & nature

Daily at New ASI GHAT, Varanasi — Before Sunrise

is an early-morning collective initiative started on 24 November 2014 at Asi Ghat, Varanasi. This program begins during Brahma Muhurta with Vedic chants, followed by Sapta Aarti and Yajna.

Then classical music (Prabhati ragas) connects with nature. Finally, yoga practice reinforces the mantra "Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah".

  • Over 10 years, gained international recognition
  • UNESCO declared Varanasi "City of Music"
  • Evening Ghat Sandhya with dance & music
  • 5000+ artists performed globally

Highlights:

  • Artists from India & 25+ countries
  • 5 Grammy & 25+ Padma awardees
  • Daily yoga: 500–700 participants
  • Spiritual + cultural transformation journey
  • Special Purnima event: Kalanidhi
  • Literary events: Kavya Manjari
  • Beautifully renovated Asi Ghat
  • Festivals celebrated regularly
A humble tradition to celebrate dawn, devotion and nature.
Daily — before sunrise
ASI Ghat, Varanasi
Since 24 Nov 2014
A morning of ritual, music & nature

Daily at New ASI GHAT, Varanasi — Before Sunrise

— an early morning collective effort
is an early-morning collective initiative started on 24 November 2014. It was launched through an innovative and pious concept by Shri Pranjal Yadav (DM, Varanasi) and Dr. Ratnesh Verma (Chief, Regional Cultural Center, Varanasi), and further supported by Shri Vishak G (Chief Development Officer, Varanasi). They are recognized as the founding promoters of Subsequently a committee was formed to nurture and propagate its celestial moments for spiritual development. People from all walks of life joined hands to continue the early hours’ practice — to connect with the presence of the Almighty and the grandeur of Nature.
A humble tradition to celebrate dawn, devotion and the five elements of nature.

A morning in Banaras that stays
with you beyond the dawn

Morning by the Ganga

Begin your day with Vedic Chants,Arti and the rising sun over the river, With soulfull Classical Music.

Cultural performances

Witness classical music, dance, and recitals by talented artists who carry forward Banaras’ living traditions.

Yoga

Practices to balance body and mind, shaping both the physical and the metaphysical self.

Program Classified

Daily Schedule

A vintage celebration of nature, sound and spirit

1
Morning Vedic enchanting and Nature’s welcome (ethnic way).
2
Morning Arti supported by VEDIC HYMNS with a divine fervor.
3
Vedic Yagya — To purify our inner self and world peace.
4
Music — Morning Raga, Classical / Semi-classical by expert artists.
5
Yoga — To shape perfectly, physically and metaphysically.
A humble expression of gratitude to NATURE.
Subah-e-Banaras Anand Kanan Artist Information Notice

Important Notice & Humble Request

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A humble request to all artists who have performed in the various cultural programmes of

is preparing and publishing a comprehensive list of artists who have performed in various programmes organized by These programmes include Prabhati, Ghat-Sandhya, Kalanidhi, Kavyarchan and other cultural programmes.

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All Performing Artists

The list will include all artists who have performed on stage as Principal Artists, Accompanying Artists or Co-Artists.

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Artist Profile

Each artist's name, latest photograph, performance or artistic discipline and other necessary details will be published.

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Cultural Contribution

This initiative will document and showcase the valuable contribution of artists to the cultural programmes of

A Humble Request to All Artists

All Principal Artists, Accompanying Artists and Co-Artists who have performed in any programme organized by are kindly requested to provide their required details and latest photograph through the Google Form provided below.

Your information will help us prepare the artist directory in a timely manner and publish it on the official website.

Submit Your Artist Details

Please submit your latest photograph and required information through the Google Form. Your valuable cooperation and participation will help us create a complete and authentic artist directory.

✦ Open Google Form   →

For any information or assistance, please contact:

📱 7310250255

With sincere gratitude,

FEW VIEWS…
स का कार्यक्रम अत्यंत ही भावपूर्ण और श्रद्धा के साथ आयोजित किया जाता है। यह निरंतर विगत सात वर्षों से चल रहा है। रत्नेश जी और उनके साथी बधाई के पात्र हैं।
अर्जुन राम मेघवाल, केंद्रीय मंत्री, भारत सरकार
रस के माध्यम से अनवरत विगत 7 वर्षों से ज्यादा अवधि तक इस सांस्कृतिक नगरी की संस्कृति एवं धरोहर को आगे बढ़ाने के लिए बहुत बहुत बधाई। रत्नेश जी ने जिस प्रकार से कार्यक्रम अनुष्ठान, यज्ञ, मां गंगा की आरती, संगीत योग आदि को पिरोया है यह बहुत आकर्षक केंद्र हो गया है… मेरी हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं।
दुर्गा शंकर मिश्र, मुख्य सचिव, उत्तर प्रदेश
It was a thrilling experience to witness the sun rise amidst chanting from Rg Veda followed by Yajurveda and perform Havana. May God bless the organisers.
A. Ramaswamy IAS (R), Former Chief Secretary Karnataka
An excellent program… very well organised by Subah-e-Banaras team.
Brig. M S Shekhawat, Jaipur, Rajasthan
A wonderful experience of Subah e Banaras with chanting by young girls. A truly spiritual experience.
Alok Kacker, Major General
A wonderful innovation in thinking and practice to bring man close to God and to believe whatever impossible to be achieved. Something to arouse belief in Hindu thoughts, culture, values and ethos.
Dr Hari Gautam, Former Chairman UGC, Former VC BHU
“Excellent initiative…..it adds value to the excellent tradition of art & culture of India…”
Shri Alok Ranjan, Former Chief Secretary, UP Govt
“…a super job and we are proud of you.”
Shri S.P. Tyagi, Rtd. Air Chief Marshall of India
“I wish I could do this daily”
Barbara Lesten, USA
“So beautiful, so important to the world”
Marilia Felippe, Brasil
“Amazingly beautiful & spiritual”
Natalie O’ Keefe, Australia
“A most unforgettable experience to be part of this programme. I must congratulate organisers to bring alive timeless culture of India, particularly Varanasi.”
G.B. Pattanaik, Former Chief Secretary, UP Govt
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