The Vedanta Udaipur World Music Festival (VUWMF) returns this February with more than just another edition—it marks ten years of a journey shaped by the belief that music can transcend borders and bring cultures together. Supported by Hindustan Zinc and curated by SEHER in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, the festival will be held from 6 to 8 February 2026 in Zinc City, Udaipur.
Over the past decade, the festival has grown into one of India’s most distinctive destination music events, known for its global outlook and strong cultural roots. At its core is a dual purpose: to introduce Indian audiences to musical traditions from around the world, while also reviving and celebrating rare instruments and folk sounds from Rajasthan. Remaining true to this vision, the Vedanta Udaipur World Music Festival continues to be the only music festival in India designed around the three natural moods of the day.
The three-day programme will bring together 20 bands from more than 10 countries, offering a wide range of musical styles—from indigenous and folk traditions to contemporary global sounds. Artists from different cultures and backgrounds will share the stage, creating performances that reflect diversity while underscoring shared human emotion.
Concerts will unfold across three iconic locations in Udaipur, each setting a distinct tone. Morning sessions at Manji Ka Ghat will focus on meditative and reflective music, drawing on themes of calm, introspection, and mental well-being against the tranquil waters of the ghat. Afternoon performances at Fateh Sagar Paal will move toward romantic and emotive expressions, with music shaped by storytelling and lyrical depth beside the lake. Each evening, the festival will culminate at Gandhi Ground with energetic, contemporary, and popular sounds, turning the venue into a lively celebration of rhythm and collective joy.
Reflecting on the festival’s ten-year journey, Sanjeev Bhargava, Founder of SEHER, said the milestone represents both gratitude and purpose. What began as an effort to create an open, inclusive space for world music has grown into a global gathering rooted in harmony and cultural exchange. He added that Udaipur’s character and warmth have played a central role in shaping the festival’s identity, and the tenth edition offers another opportunity for artists and audiences to come together through music.
Hindustan Zinc’s association with the festival reflects its long-standing commitment to preserving and promoting India’s cultural heritage. Music remains a key pillar of the company’s cultural initiatives, which also include Srajan – The Spark, a platform highlighting India’s artistic influence worldwide, and Smritiyan, which honours the legacy of the legendary tabla maestro Late Pandit Chatur Lal. Beyond music, the Vedanta Zinc City Half Marathon has emerged as a flagship community initiative, using sport to raise awareness and support efforts to address rural malnutrition in Rajasthan.
Together, these initiatives continue to strengthen Rajasthan’s position as a global cultural destination, while creating meaningful social impact. As the Vedanta Udaipur World Music Festival enters its second decade, it stands as a space where traditions meet, cultures converse, and music continues to speak a universal language.
Hindustan Zinc Limited is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and among the top five silver producers globally. The company supplies to over 40 countries and holds approximately 77 percent of India’s primary zinc market.
Recognised as the world’s most sustainable metals and mining company by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025 for the third consecutive year, Hindustan Zinc is also India’s first member of the International Council on Mining & Metals. Its EcoZen brand is Asia’s first low-carbon zinc, produced using renewable energy. The company is certified 3.32 times water-positive, targets net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier, and reaches over 2.3 million people through its social development programmes.
