The second edition of Dance & Music in the Park was organised by Airports Authority of India in collaboration of SPIC MACAY (Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth) on 23rd and 24th March, 2019 at Nehru Park to celebrate composite heritage, and to bring awareness about a peaceful and clean environment.
The two-day event started with Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, Chairman, AAI lighting the lamp in august presence of Shri Anuj Aggarwal, Member (HR), AAI. On the first day, the audiences were mesmerised by Vocal Music Recital by Pandit Jasraj, the doyen of Hindustani Classical Music and captivating performance of the noted Kutiyattam Dancer Kapila Venu. On the second day, programme began with a Flute Recital by Classical flutist Pandit Hari Prasad Chaurasia followed by a performance by Malvika Sarukkai, an accomplished Bharata Natyam Dancer.
With an objective of promoting Indian culture and generating awareness of the cultural traditions and heritage of India, Airports Authority of India (AAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SPIC MACAY for organising a two-day event for three years. The first in this Dance & Music in the park series was organised on 2nd & 3rd December, 2017 at Nehru Park. The two-day event was indeed a memorable evening for dance and music lovers of Delhi.