The organization SWARG Repertory is the cultural wing of the reputed organization ’Society for Welfare & Advancement of Rural Generations.’ The organization SWARG is dedicated towards preserving and re-establishing the glory of the Great Indian Folk Arts for more than two decade now. SWARG is actively involved with Folk Artists at the Grassroots level in Problem Mapping and conducting Advocacy with the Policy Makers at the State & National Level. We are spreading the message of "Protect our Folk Arts Before It’s Too Late."

The Great Indian Music, Dance and Drama are about Melodies, Rhyme, Rhythm, Glitter and Glamour. The Folk Music, Dance & Drama of our country are vibrant and full of verve and they are invaluable gifts given to us by our ancestors. Classical Music, Ragas & Dances have originated from Folk Arts. We are trying our best to preserve folk music in its Pure & Pristine form through Folk Art Practitioners or Communities whose hereditary profession is folk arts.

Our journey in the field of Rare & Traditional Folk Art Forms for over Twenty years has been full of energy, experimentation, learning and innovation and still is eager for the same with great sprit and more vigor in years to come. Preserving our cultural heritages for almost two decades got opportunities and exposures to utilities/applications of the highly communicative and participative forms inbuilt in our indigenous folk Art Forms. Swarg Repertory is guided by the simple conviction (deriving from our experiences of various National & International Festivals) that our Folk Art Foprms have the potential of establishing themselves as the world’s premier performing art if due exposure is given and patronized strategically.

Noteworthy Achievements:

(a) Under Intangible Cultural Heritage for Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi, Conducted Intensive Research on the Traditional Folk Drama Nautanki and its Artists in as many as 14 Districts of Uttar Pradesh.
(b) Traveled extensively in the Rural, Distant & Far-flung Areas of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh for Motivating & Mobilizing Folk Artists.
(c) Facilitated the formation of Indian Folk Art Federation by involving Folk Artists of 19 States to Protect & Preserve our Folk Art Forms Before its Too Late.
(d) Derived 4Ps formula for Revival of Performing Folk Art Forms. Through this 4Ps formula of Preserve, Pre-cast, Practice & Perform any rare/traditional Art forms can be safeguarded effectively & efficiently. It is popularly known as "Atul Yadvanshi 4Ps Model".
(e) Conducted Survey, Analytical Study & Literature Review on the History, Trends, Themes and Practices of Folk Art Forms of our country. Articles and Papers on Nautanki & other Folk Art Forms published in various Magazines.
(f) Organized National Seminar on "Folk Art Forms: Present Scenario & Future Strategies" which attracted the participation of more than 6000 Folk Artists - Till date biggest congregation of Folk Artists in India.
(g) Revived 'NAUTANKI' the traditional folk Drama of U.P. the reward of which was the inclusion of Nautanki 'BATWAARE KI AAG' directed by me in the prestigious "WORLD PERFORMING ART FESTIVALS-2004" which was at organized at Lahore Pakistan from November, 27th to December 7th, 2004. In total 39 countries from the world over participated in this festival.
(h) Bharat Rang Mahotsava-2002 & 2005 organized under the auspices of National School of Drama, New Delhi
(i) National Drama Festival-2008 organized by NCZCC at Chandigarh and National Folk Drama Festival-2006 organized by Sahitya Kala Parishad, New Delhi in September 2006.
(j) Organized National Summit of Nautanki Legends & Stalwarts at Allahabad in pursuits of “Tracing the Roots of Nautanki”. 40 Legends of 18 districts from UP & Rajasthan participated at Allahabad from 24th -26th Nov.’2010.

Research & Articles:

1. Tracing the Roots of Nautanki – A National Seminar of Nautanki Legends & Stalwarts at Allahabad in pursuits of “Tracing the Roots of Nautanki”. 40 Legends of 18 districts from UP & Rajasthan participated at Allahabad from 24th -26th Nov.’2010.
2. Conducted Survey, Analytical Study & Literature Review on the History, Trends, Themes and Practices of Folk Art Forms of our country from 2007 till date. Articles and Papers on Nautanki & other Folk Art Forms published in various Magazines & Newspapers viz Kala Sangam, DNA.
3. Guided Research Scholars of Senior & Junior Fellowship awarded by Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India to Shri. Rajkumar Raikwar (Madhya Pradesh), Shri. Sispal Singh Chauhan (Haryana), Shri Sanat Kumar (Bihar), Shri. Munna Lohar (Jharkhand), Shri. Ravi Kumar Chawdharapalli (Andhra Pradesh), Dr. Hiraman Lanjhe (Maharashtra), Shri Chaudhary Bibhar (Odisha), Shri. Lallan Singh Gahmari (UP), Shri. Munna Master (UP) and Shri Gaurav Bajaj (UP).

Documentaries & Film:

(a) Documentary "Protect Our Folk Arts Before Its Too Late"
(b) Documentary on Plight of Folk Artists in India.
(c) Documentary of Legends of Nautanki.
(d) Tele-Nautanki "BATWAARE KI AAG" for Prasaar Bharati, Doordarshan, Allahabad.

Seminars Organized:

a. Organized Online Seminar on 'Munshi Premchand Ki Kahaniyan Aur Kirdaar' on 31st July, 2020.
b. Organized Seminar on 'Kala Aur Sahitya - Kalateet Abhivyakti' at Swarg Conference Hall on 17th Nov, 2019.
c. Organized Seminar on 'Munshi Premnmchand Ka Kal Aur Sahitya Mein Yogdaan' at Swarg Conference Hall on 31st July, 2018.
d. Organized Seminar on 'Lok Kaloan ka Rashtra Nirman Mein Yogdaan' at NCZCC Allahabad on 18th August 2017.
e. Organized Seminar on 'Premchand ke Amar Kirdaar' at Swarg Conference Hall on 31st July, 2017.
f. Organized Seminar at Centre of Media Studies University of Allahabad on the topic 'Lok Kalaon Ki Mahatta' on 31st March 2016.
g. Organized National Seminar on ‘Role of State in Protecting & Promoting Arts’ through Indian Folk Art Federation on 12th July 2015 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
h. Organized Seminar on ‘Smart City Allahabad – Towards Golden Cultural Opportunities’ through Indian Folk Art Federation & 30 cultural Organizations of Allahabad on 19th April 2015 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
i. Organized National Seminar on ‘Rashtra Ke Nirmaan Mein Lok Kalaon Ka Yogdaan’ through Indian Folk Art Federation on 6th Dec. 2014 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
j. Organized National Seminar on ‘Folk Arts: Present Scenario & Future Stratigies’ through Indian Folk Art Federation on 2nd Nov. 2014 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
k. Organized National Seminar on ‘Lok Kalayen Rashtra Ki Dharohar Evam Pehchan’ through Indian Folk Art Federation on 23rd Sept. 2014 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.

Workshops Conducted:

a. Organized a 10 Days Workshop on the Traditional Folk Dances at Bal Mitra School, Dhoomanganj, Prayagraj from 13th May to 23rd May 2019. b. Workshop of Nautanki Artists of 17 Blocks of District Allahabad in July, 2015.
c. Workshop on Capacity Building of Folk Artists organized by Indian Folk Art Federation at Allahabad for the Artists of Allahabad, Kaushambi, Bhadohi, Mirzapur, Sonebhadra etc. in Oct, 2013.
d. Workshop on Safeguarding of Indigenous Art Forms in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh in June, 2013 in collaboration with Telgu University Hyderabad.
e. Workshop on Capacity Building of Indigenous Art Forms in Panaji, Goa in June, 2013 in collaboration with Goa Folk Art Association.
f. Workshop on Capacity Building of Indigenous Art Forms in Pune, Maharashtra in May, 2013 in collaboration with Maharashtra Folk Art Association.
g. Workshop on Capacity Building of Indigenous Art Forms in Jaipur, Rajasthan in May, 2013 in collaboration with Indian Folk Art Federation.
h. Workshop with Inmates of Naini Central Jail, Allahabad for their Annual Performance in Jan, 2013.
i. Workshop on Folk Theatre Nautanki organized by Department of Culture, UP & Ayodhya Shodh Sansthan in Allahabad in March, 2012.
j. Workshop on Safeguarding of Indigenous Art Forms in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh in August, 2011 in collaboration with Rang Prayog, Sagar.
k. Workshop on Capacity Building of Indigenous Art Forms in Mathura in July, 2011 in collaboration with Swarg Repertory.
l. Workshop on Folk Theatre Nautanki organized by NCZCC, Allahabad in May, 2011.
m. Workshop on Nautanki organized by SWARG Repertory in May 2010 at NCZCC Allahabad.
n. Workshop on Safeguarding of Indigenous Art Forms in Rohtak, Haryana in July, 2010 in collaboration with Haryana Lok Kala Sansthan.
o. Workshop on Safeguarding of Indigenous Art Forms in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh in April, 2010 in collaboration with Shri Krishna Lok Sanskriti Seva Sansthan.
p. Organized Tracing the Roots of Nautanki – A Workshop, Conference & Seminar of the Legends of Folk Drama Nautanki drawn from almost 18 Districts from UP, MP & Rajasthan in November, 2010 Sponsored by Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India.

Prestigious Folk Programmes Presented By Swarg Repertory

Nautanki Programmes Of Social Development & Health Issues

Contact Details

Address	:	503-A, Transportnagar, PO-Dhoomanganj, Prayagraj-211010
Email	:	swarg_swarg@rediffmail.com, ifaf.india@gmail.com
Contact Person	:	Atul Yadvanshi (Mobile: 09450076968)

Although once pronounced dead, Nautanki theatre has made a grand comeback due to undying efforts of Folk Threatre Expert Atul Yadvanshi. Nautanki is truly Indian form of Theatre is basically known for its visual spectacle and preponderance of song and dance effectively portraying a story.

India’s Vibrant Heritage of Music, Rhythms, Melodies, Glitter & Glamour of Nautanki Theatre will mesmerizes the audience by its theatrical spectacle. Under an able Direction of Thespian Atul Yadvanshi Nautanki with all its grandeur being staged with all elements right from Set, Properties, Costumes, Make-up, Light and acting of Actors is certainly a treat to watch.

Undoubtedly, Nautanki is one of our Intangible Cultural Heritages. It is one of the best possible of drama format available under the sky. It only needs exposure at the National and International level and one would see that whole world would be after adopting its very format. Team of Swarg Repertory will include 36 Members comprising of 11 Female and 25 Male Artists & Technicians. The 'Celebrating Nautanki' is a three days programme and shall be organized in three different locations across the country whereby, we will be presenting Three Nautanki on Three different days, as per detailed below:

1. DAY-1:

A play based on the original story of Munshi Premchand sensitizes the people about the Care of Old Age Family Members of our Family and society. The importance of Joint Family and Care for each other is highlighted.

1. Nautanki: 'BOODHI KAAKI'
2. Original Story: Munshi Premchand Ji
3. Nautanki Adaptation: Rajkumar Srivastava
4. Design Concept & Direction: Atul Yadvanshi

2. DAY-2:

Play based on the Folk Tale of an impersonator (Bahuroopiya). Plight of Folk Artists beautifully portrayed in this play Bahuroopiya.

1. Nautanki: 'BAHUROOPIYA'
2. Original Story: Indian Folk Tale
3. Nautanki Adaptation: Rajkumar Srivastava
4. Design Concept & Direction: Atul Yadvanshi

3. DAY-3:

The Iconic Love story of Laila Majnu with Arabic background will mesmerize the audience. The Parsi style of dialogues and vibrant Nautanki tunes combines to give audience an experience for Life Time.

1. Nautanki 'Daastan-E-Laila Majnu'
2. Original Story: Traditional Folk Tale
3. Nautanki Adaptation: Rajkumar Srivastava
4. Design Concept & Direction: Atul Yadvanshi

The greater aim is to increase the visibility of the dying folk art form, showcase its theatrical strength and sensitize the Funders, Probable Funders, Print & Electronic Media, Opinion Makers and general public. Through Press & Social Media it will be well publicized making it a truly National Event. Audience will certainly experience the vibrant theatrical form which celebrates India’s History, Culture & Traditions. Undoubtedly it will be a lifetime experience for the Art Lovers, Opinion Makers, Press & General Public.

The Great India Folk Band- ‘RHYTHM-RAAS-RANG’- is about Melodies, Rhyme, Rhythm, Glitter & Glamour of Folk Art Gala Extravagance. Rhythm Raas Rang.

The Folk Music, Dance & Drama of our country are vibrant and full of verve, which are invaluable gifts given to us by our ancestors. Classical Music, Ragas & Dances have originated from Folk Arts. We are trying our best to preserve folk music in its Pure & Pristine form through those Folk Art Practitioners or Communities whose hereditary profession is folk arts.

‘RHYTHM-RAAS-RANG’ is a Collage of Folk Art clubbed into a single programme comprising of eminent Folk Artists of India who have mesmerized the world with their performances. We have earlier Directed such shows viz. NAMAN (for Hon’ble Governor UP), JHANKAR (for CAG-India), OCTAVE (for North Eastern States) & UTTARAYAN (TAKING NORTH INDIA to North East). International fame Folk Art Expert & Director Shri Atul Yadvanshi with his direction makes the programme spectacular and amazing whereby, audiences feel the Glamour of our Rich & Vibrant Folk Art Forms.

The available 10 teams from all over the India will be roped in for total 3 days at your place. It will be a unique programme being presented in your state for the first time. When almost 200 artists will be performing simultaneously on one stage it will literally bring whole of India to the doorsteps of the citizenry of your state.

Highlights of the programme:

A play based on the original story of Munshi Premchand sensitizes the people about the Care of Old Age Family Members of our Family and society. The importance of Joint Family and Care for each other is highlighted.

1. Experience the RHYTHM that binds INDIA together…
2. Confluence of Traditions…
3. Passing on the traditions to the next generation…

Undoubtedly, ‘RHYTHM-RAAS-RANG’ will be an ultimate experience celebrating India’s History, Culture & Traditions.

Swarg Repertory's 'Bharat Lokrang Mahotsava', is one of most popular Folk Art Festival in India, which in a very short span of time has become a brand name in the field of Art & Culture. Whether it is Concept, Performances or the Audience it has created a benchmark. This festival has invited the performances of Rare Folk Art Forms from Distant, Rural and Far-flung Areas of states like Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Odisha, Tripura, Jharkhand etc.

'Bharat Lokrang Mahotsava' is a Festival where Folk Arts are presented in totality. This Festival has been designed with an Aim to Protect, Preserve and Promote Indigenous folk Art Forms of India. In every state there are hordes of Folk Arts be it Folk Songs, Folk Dances or Folk Drama is, but governmental organizations have made one or two Folk Forms the Representative of the state and ignored or not reached out to other forms. In the process other forms have taken a beating and have reached a point of extinction.

To provide a stage to all such missed out folk art forms the organization Swarg Repertory had conceptualized this 'Bharat Lokrang Mahotsava'. This National Folk Art Festival is not only about the presentations of various forms from numerous states but it also recognizes the contribution of the Folk Artists involved in the process of Protecting & Promoting the Folk Arts of their Region.

Swarg Repertory has creatied an award in the name 'Lok Kala Ratna' that honours exemplary Traditional Folk Art Practitioners as furthered by UNESCO the "Living Human Treasures". Swarg Repertory also send the profiles of these 'Living Human Treasures' to be considered for Awards given by State/National/International Governmental, Non-Governmental and Corporate organizations. For Youngsters and practicing we give 'Folk Art Master Award', for Writers, Researchers, Journalists and Folk Drama Playwrights we confer 'Lok Kala Vidd Samman'. We have also involved the reputed personalities in the ambit of folk Arts by making them our 'Folk Art Ambassadors'. Swarg Repertory has honoured and awarded some of the genuine Personalities in the Field of Art & Culture especially Folk Arts. The prominent Awardees include:

FOLK ART MASTER AWARD

LOK KALA RATNA SAMMAN

Highlights Of Journey

• Protecting, Promoting & Showcasing the Country's most Incredible, Vibrant and Colourful Folk Art Form 'Nautanki'.
• Organizing Seminars, Conventions & Brainstorming Sessions (Manthan Shivir) of the Legends of Nautanki Artists,
• Conducting in-depth Research in pursuit of “Tracing the Roots of Nautanki”
• Preserving, Concretizing and Presenting Nautanki by exploring Possibilities of the 'Nautanki of the Future'
• Emphasizing on “Safeguarding but do not Freeze” keeping in line with the conventions of UNESCO.
• Empowering the Folk Artists & Nautanki Artists especially to avail the benefits of the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India, through schemes like Pension, Production Grant, Fellowships etc.
• Imparting Training on Nautanki to the New & Young Artists and moulding them as saviours of Folk Arts in the times to come.
• Conducting Surveys and Analytical study among the Folk Artists of the Rural, Distant & Far Flung Areas in almost 18 states of our country.
• Undertaking Advocacy with Government Departments for the betterment of fellow Folk Artists of Nautanki.
• Reviving, strengthening and re-establishing ‘Nautanki’ as world's most powerful theatrical form.

Field Of Excellence - Folk Theatre Nautanki

Atul Yadvanshi is an Artist, Director and Researcher whose achievements have significantly affected, enhanced, and given direction to our dying folk theatre form Nautanki. Atul Yadvanshi started performing in Nautanki very early during his school days (1986-1989) under an able guidance of Eminent Nautanki Artist & Director Shri. Shanti Swaroop Pradhan. After attending a workshop of Dr Braj Vallabh Mishra on Natya Shashtra in 1988 he started a serious journey on Nautanki's trends and traditions. After getting indepth knowledge he established his group Swarg Repertory solely dedicated to the Revival of Traditional Folk Drama Nautanki and for almost more than last two decades he has strengthened Nautanki by incorporating new stories and plays of Kalidasa, Bhartendu, Munshi Premchand and other Folk Tales very effectively in Nautanki form. He also took indepth training of Nautanki from Legend of Hathrasi Guru Shri. Munna Master (Bulandshehar) and Smt. Nanda Devi (Pilibhit). The story telling format of Nautanki with songs in between has certainly regained its lost glory under Atul Yadvanshi. The Highlights of his achievement and contributions is that the sweetness and innocence of Nautanki has been re-established in his productions. He is pioneer in recognizing the power of Nautanki and keeps consistent focus on such daring Contemporary, Historical & Universal themes as Indian Classics, Preserving Cultural Heritage, Care for Old Age, Strengthening Social Fabric etc. through the powerful medium of Nautanki. His notable Nautanki presentations include Daastan-E- Laila Majnu, Deepdaan, Kafan, Amar Singh Rathore, Malavikagnimitram, Boodhi Kaaki, Panch Parmeshwar, Andher Nagari, Batwaare Ki Aag, Paltidhara etc. He has also organized many Seminars and Workshops involving almost all the living legends of Nautanki in recent years. The Art Lovers, Media Personnel, Opinion Makers, Policy Makers & General Public bestows due recognition to accomplishments.

Excellence Plus - On An Untiring Mission Of Reviving Folk Art Forms Of Our Country -

Perusing his Mission “Protect Our Folk Arts before it's too late” Yadvanshi established Indian Folk Art Federation, which is working in distant, rural, remote and far-flung areas of our country, is reaching out to the unreached. Shri Yadvanshi with Indian Folk Art Federation is on one hand addressing Livelihood issues of Folk Artists by establishing linkages with Governmental, Non-Governmental & Cultural organizations and on the other hand it is reviving folk art forms through intensive research for providing the missing links thus paving a Golden Path through which we will be able to save our indigenous folk art forms for the future generations. Atul Yadvanshis creativity speaks high through the Great Indian Folk Band- RHYTHM-RAAS-RANG- which is showcasing Indian Folk Arts Music, Melodies, Rhyme, Rhythm, Glitter & Glamour of Folk Art Gala Extravagance. Eminent Folk Artists of different regions of India who have mesmerized the world with their performances are clubbed into a single programme i.e. RHYTHM-RAAS-RANG. Yadvanshi has Conceptualized, Designed, Directed and Assisted NAMAN (2008), SAPTRANG (2009), JHANKAR (2010), UTTARAYAN (2011) OCTAVE twice (2009 & 2010). According to Atul Yadvanshi “The Folk Music, Dance & Drama of our country are vibrant, full of verve, and an invaluable gifts of our ancestors. Classical Music, Ragas & Dances have originated from Folk Arts. We are trying our best to preserve folk music in its Pure & Pristine form through those Folk Art Practitioners or Communities whose hereditary profession is folk arts”. Undoubtedly Atul Yadvanshis programmes Celebrate India's glorious history, culture & traditions.

Milestones

• Revived Nautanki - Revived Nautanki by incorporating new stories and plays of Kalidasa, Bhartendu Harishchandra, Munshi Premchand and other Folk Tales. His Innovative presentation techniques by keeping the basic format intact and unaltered has helped Nautanki to regain its lost glory.
• Empanelments - Empanelled under prestigious INDIA FESTIVALS ABROAD (Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India), and by ICCR (Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India).
• Member Of National Committees - Nominated by Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India as Member Performing Art Grant Committee (2013 - 2015), Member Fellowship Research Committee (2010 - 2012) and Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi as Member Indian Cultural Heritage Committee (March - 2014 to March 2017),
• Awards Felicitations - Awarded Prestigious Sangeet Natak Academy Award by Govt. of UP for the year 2008. Received Lok Kala Ratna Samman, Loknatya Shiromani Samman, Prayag Gaurav Samman, Lok Bhushan Samman, Akhil Bhartiya Natya Shilpi Samman, Folk Art Ambassador across the nation.
• Prestigious Presentations - Presented Folk Theatre Nautanki at all the major Festivals of India. Major achievement being World Performing Arts Festival Lahore (Pakistan) in 2004 and International Bharat Rang Mahotsava in 2002 - 2005.
• Seminars Workshops - Organized Seminars and Workshops for maintaining dialogues and capacitating the folk art fraternity.

Contribution To The Field

Shri Atul Yadvanshi is a leading Indian artist who has been widely acclaimed for his contributions made in the field of Folk Arts especially Nautanki. Shri Yadvanshi is an Artist, Director and Researcher whose achievements have significantly affected, enhanced, and given direction to our dying folk theatre form Nautanki. His major contribution is that he has incorporated new stories and plays of Kalidasa, Bhartendu Harishchandra, Munshi Premchand and other Folk Tales very effectively in Nautanki form. For the last two decades he has strengthened Nautanki by his sheer Will Power, Authentic Research, Splendid Performances, Interaction with the Legends and Masters, Organizing Seminars and Workshops. He has instilled pride in the practitioners of Nautanki who otherwise thought of themselves cursed. He has linked the Nautanki artists of the Remote, Rural, Distant and Farflung areas with the schemes of Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India by capacitating them. He not does Advocacy with the Govt. Officials and Policy makers but also Inspires and Motivates the Nautanki artists by setting up the models.

Contributions To The Society

For Allahabad based Thespian Shri Atul Yadvanshi, Indias Vibrant Heritage of Folks Music, Rhythms and Melodies are the Real Identity of our Country and they shall not Die. He has travelled widely in the states of UP, Bihar, MP, Haryana, Rajasthan, Assam, Andhra Pradesh etc. The dialogues with artists and their pathetic conditions inspired Shri Yadvanshi to take up the issues with the concerned officials in the State and National Capital. He has formed Indian Folk Art Federation reaching out to 18 states and plus 200 districts. Thus in an effort towards protecting, Promoting Folk Arts Atul has reached out to Lakhs of Artists, sounds unbelievable but with his Mission Vision and struggle he has undoubtedly become Voice of the Artists. His message is clear Protect Our Folk Arts before its too late. He is undoubtedly, paving a Golden Path through which we will be able to save our indigenous folk art forms for the future generations.

Member Of Ministries/Institutions:

• Member Indian Cultural Heritage Committee, (Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi) Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India. (March, 2014 to March 2016).
• Member Performing Art Grant Committee, Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India. (July, 2013-March 2015).
• Chairperson Indian Folk Art Federation. (2011-Till Date).
• Member Fellowship & Research Committee, Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India. (2010-2012).
• Member Programme Advisory Committee Akashvani (Allahabad) Prasar Bharti, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Govt. of India. (2005-2007)
• Coordinator- (NIPCCD) Dept. of Women & Child Development, GOI for Tele-Conferencing between Parliamentarians and Grassroots Women Programme, in U.P. & Uttranchal Zone. (2002-2003).
• Member, State S.G.S.Y. Committee, Ministry of Rural Development, Govt. of U.P. (2001-2003).
• As member Expert Committee drafted "REACHING THE UNREACHED" (IEC Strategy) for the Department of Information Govt. of U.P. (2001).

Educational Qualifications:

• Post Graduate in Sociology from C.S.J.M. University, Kanpur.
• Graduate from University of Allahabad.

International Felicitations

Atul Yadvanshi has been Felicitated at World Performing and Visual Arts Festival at Lahore in 2004 for his Nautanki Presentation 'Batwaare Ki Aag'.

Story & Interview Published By National & International Publications:

• Article based on me published in International YATRA (the Journey) Magazine by High Commission of India, Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago in Oct, 2012.
• Story based on me published in Leading National English Magazine ‘Frontline’ in August, 2012.
• Article based on me published in Indian Express, Sept, 2008 (Chandigarh).
• Coverage of my Activities by India Today in March, 2002 & January, 2010. (New Delhi).
• Article based on me published in Hindustan Times, Sept, 2008 (Chandigarh).
• Article based on me published in The Tribune, Sept, 2008 (Chandigarh).
• Article based on me published in NAI Duniya in June, 2012. (New Delhi).
• Interview published in DNA, March, 2010. (Allahabad).
• Interview published in Dainik Jagaran, December, 2002 (Jhansi).
• Interview published in Dainik Bhaskar, Feb, 2014 (Chandigarh).
• Interview published in Punjab Kesari, Feb, 2014 (Chandigarh).
• Coverage of productions on Folk Theatre in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Goa, Odisha, Delhi, etc.

Noteworthy Achievements Of Atul Yadvanshi:

(a) Under Intangible Cultural Heritage for Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi, Conducted Intensive Research on the Traditional Folk Drama Nautanki and its Artists in as many as 14 Districts of Uttar Pradesh.
(b) Traveled extensively in the Rural, Distant & Far-flung Areas of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh for Motivating & Mobilizing Folk Artists.
(c) Facilitated the formation of Indian Folk Art Federation by involving Folk Artists of 18 States to Protect & Preserve our Folk Art Forms Before its Too Late.
(d) Derived 4Ps formula for Revival of Performing Folk Art Forms. Through this 4Ps formula of Preserve, Pre-cast, Practice & Perform any rare/traditional Art forms can be safeguarded effectively & efficiently. It is popularly known as "Atul Yadvanshi 4Ps Model".
(e) Conducted Survey, Analytical Study & Literature Review on the History, Trends, Themes and Practices of Folk Art Forms of our country. Articles and Papers on Nautanki & other Folk Art Forms published in various Magazines.
(f) Organized National Seminar on "Folk Art Forms: Present Scenario & Future Strategies" which attracted the participation of more than 6000 Folk Artists - Till date biggest congregation of Folk Artists in India.
(g) Revived 'NAUTANKI' the traditional folk Drama of U.P. the reward of which was the inclusion of Nautanki 'BATWAARE KI AAG' directed by me in the prestigious "WORLD PERFORMING ART FESTIVALS-2004" which was at organized at Lahore Pakistan from November, 27th to December 7th, 2004. In total 39 countries from the world over participated in this festival.
(h) Bharat Rang Mahotsava-2002 & 2005 organized under the auspices of National School of Drama, New Delhi
(i) National Drama Festival-2008 organized by NCZCC at Chandigarh and National Folk Drama Festival-2006 organized by Sahitya Kala Parishad, New Delhi in September 2006.
(j) Organized National Summit of Nautanki Legends & Stalwarts at Allahabad in pursuits of “Tracing the Roots of Nautanki”. 40 Legends of 18 districts from UP & Rajasthan participated at Allahabad from 24th -26th Nov.’2010.

Seminars Addressed:

a. Organized Online Seminar on 'Munshi Premchand Ki Kahaniyan Aur Kirdaar' on 31st July, 2020.
b. Organized Seminar on 'Kala Aur Sahitya - Kalateet Abhivyakti' at Swarg Conference Hall on 17th Nov, 2019.
c. Lecture on 'Munshi Premchand Ka Sahitya Aur Aaj Ka Samaj' at Vigyan Parishad, Prayagraj on 2nd August 2019 organized by Nukkad Natya Abhinay Sansthan.
d. Organized Seminar on 'Munshi Premnmchand Ka Kal Aur Sahitya Mein Yogdaan' at Swarg Conference Hall, Prayagraj on 31st July, 2018.
e. Organized Seminar on 'Lok Kaloan ka Rashtra Nirman Mein Yogdaan' at NCZCC Allahabad on 18th August 2017.
f. Organized Seminar on 'Premchand ke Amar Kirdaar' at Swarg Conference Hall on 31st July, 2017.
g. Lecture on Importance of Documentation of Folk Arts by Lok Media Shodh Sansthan, Allahabad, 17th June, 2017.
h. Addressed National Seminar on "Preserving, Protecting & Promoting our Folk Arts' by All India Folk & Tribal Parishath at New Delhi on 29th May, 2017.
i. Presided & Addressed National Seminar on 'Bhartiya Lok Kalayen: Amurtya Rashtriya Sankritik Darohar'by Indian Folk Art Federation at Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi on 6th May, 2017.
j. Addressed Seminar on 'Lok Natyon ka Bhavishya' by Aarambh , Allahabad on 11th September, 2016.
k. Presided & Addressed National Seminar on 'Nautanki ka Bhavishya Aur Bhavishya ki Nautanki' by Swarg Repertory, Allahabad on 4th April, 2016.
l. Addressed Seminar on ‘Vibhinn Rang Shailion Mein Aaj Ke Rangmanch Ka Anveshan’ organized by The Third Bell at Mahatama Gandhi Antarashtriya Hindi University Centre, Allahabad on 26th July, 2015.
m. Organized National Seminar on ‘Role of State in Protecting & Promoting Arts’ through Indian Folk Art Federation on 12th July 2015 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
n. Addressed Seminar on ‘Prastuti Ki Gunvatta Banam Anudaan’ organized by Big Foot at Mahatama Gandhi Antarashtriya Hindi University Centre, Allahabad on 20th June, 2015.
o. Addressed Seminar on ‘Allahabad ki Rang Parampara Aur Nayi Peedhi Ke Natya Sanskar’ organized by Soft Power at Mahatama Gandhi Antarashtriya Hindi University Centre, Allahabad on 6th June, 2015.
p. Addressed Seminar on ‘Analysis of Relation between Writer, Director & Audience’ organized by Samyantar at Mahatama Gandhi Antarashtriya Hindi University Centre, Allahabad on 16th May, 2015.
q. Organized Seminar on ‘Smart City Allahabad – Towards Golden Cultural Opportunities’ through Indian Folk Art Federation & 30 cultural Organizations of Allahabad on 19th April 2015 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
r. Addressed Seminar on Indian Theatre Day orgaized by Samanvaya at Mahatama Gandhi Antarashtriya Hindi University Centre, Allahabad on 3rd April, 2015.
s. Organized National Seminar on ‘Rashtra Ke Nirmaan Mein Lok Kalaon Ka Yogdaan’ through Indian Folk Art Federation on 6th Dec. 2014 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
t. Addressed Seminar on ‘Art & Politics’ organized by Backstage on 17th Nov, 2014 at Allahabad.
u. Organized National Seminar on ‘Folk Arts: Present Scenario & Future Stratigies’ through Indian Folk Art Federation on 2nd Nov. 2014 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
v. Organized National Seminar on ‘Lok Kalayen Rashtra Ki Dharohar Evam Pehchan’ through Indian Folk Art Federation on 23rd Sept. 2014 at Hindustani Academy, Allahabad.
w. Addressed Seminar on ‘Rangmanch mein Lok Kala Roopa ka Prayog’ organized by The Fact Cultural Group in Begusarai, Bihar in Feb, 2014.
x. Addressed Seminar on Hindi Rangmanch ka Bhavishya in Allahabad in December, 2006 organized by Samanvaya, Allahabad.
y. Addressed Seminar on Establishing Theatre & Experiments in Allahabad in December, 2004 organized by NCZCC, Allahabad.
z. Addressed National Seminar on Folk Art Forms: Present Scenario & Future Strategies Sponsored by Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India in August 2011 organized at Allahabad.

Workshops & Trainings Conducted:

a. Workshop with Block Leaders of Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Pratapgarh, Amethi, Sultanpur, Raibarielly for conducting Socio-Economic Survey of Folk Artists in April, May and June 2019.
b. Nautanki workshop on Nautanki with the Artists of Kaushambi in Jan, 2018.
c. Training on 'Developing Leadership among Folk Artists' of Allahabad, Kaushambi, Sant Ravidas Nagar, Azamgarh, Sultanpur & Amethi in April, 2017.
d. Workshop of Folk Artists of Allahabad & Kaushambi in May, 2016
e. Training of Nautanki Artists of 17 Blocks of District Allahabad in July, 2015.
f. Workshop on Capacity Building of Folk Artists organized by Indian Folk Art Federation at Allahabad for the Artists of Allahabad, Kaushambi, Bhadohi, Mirzapur, Sonebhadra etc. in Oct, 2013.
g. Workshop on Safeguarding of Indigenous Art Forms in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh in June, 2013 organized by Telgu University Hyderabad.
h. Training on Capacity Building of Indigenous Art Forms in Panaji, Goa in June, 2013 organized by Goa Folk Art Association.
i. Workshop on Capacity Building of Indigenous Art Forms in Pune, Maharashtra in May, 2013 organized by Maharashtra Folk Art Association.
j. Training on Capacity Building of Indigenous Art Forms in Jaipur, Rajasthan in May, 2013 organized by Indian Folk Art Federation.
k. Workshop with Inmates of Naini Central Jail, Allahabad for their Annual Performance in Jan, 2013.
l. Workshop on Folk Theatre Nautanki organized by Department of Culture, UP & Ayodhya Shodh Sansthan in Allahabad in March, 2012.
m. Workshop on Safeguarding of Indigenous Art Forms in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh in August, 2011 organized by Rang Prayog, Sagar.
n. Workshop on Capacity Building of Indigenous Art Forms in Mathura in July, 2011 organized by Swarg Repertory.
o. Workshop on Folk Theatre Nautanki organized by NCZCC, Allahabad in May, 2011.
p. Workshop on Nautanki organized by SWARG Repertory in May 2010 at NCZCC Allahabad.
q. Workshop on Safeguarding of Indigenous Art Forms in Rohtak, Haryana in July, 2010 organized by Haryana Lok Kala Sansthan.
r. Workshop on Safeguarding of Indigenous Art Forms in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh in April, 2010 organized by Shri Krishna Lok Sanskriti Seva Sansthan.
s. Organized Tracing the Roots of Nautanki – A Workshop, Conference & Seminar of the Legends of Folk Drama Nautanki drawn from almost 18 Districts from UP, MP & Rajasthan in November, 2010 Sponsored by Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India.

Research & Articles:

• Under Intangible Cultural Heritage for Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi, Conducted Intensive Research on the Traditional Folk Drama Nautanki and its Artists in as many as 14 Districts of Uttar Pradesh from April 2014 to March 2015.
• Conducted Survey, Analytical Study & Literature Review on the History, Trends, Themes and Practices of Nautanki Form under the name 'Tracing the Roots of Nautanki' duly Awarded by Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India from August 2014 to July 2016.
• National Culture Research Fellowship on 'Utility of Traditional Folk Dramas in Social and Developmental Sector' awarded by Ministry of Culture, Government of India Mar, 2004 to Feb, 2006.
• Articles and Papers on Nautanki & other Folk Art Forms published in various Magazines & Newspapers viz Kalvasudha, Kala Sangam, DNA , Hindustan Times etc.
• Guided Research Scholars of Senior & Junior Fellowship awarded by Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India to Shri. Rajkumar Raikwar (Madhya Pradesh), Shri. Sispal Singh Chauhan (Haryana), Shri Sanat Kumar (Bihar), Shri. Munna Lohar (Jharkhand), Shri. Ravi Kumar Chawdharapalli (Andhra Pradesh), Dr. Hiraman Lanjhe (Maharashtra), Shri Chaudhary Bibhar (Odisha), Shri. Lallan Singh Gahmari (UP), Shri. Munna Master (UP) and Shri Gaurav Bajaj (UP).

Documentaries & Film:

(a) Tele-Nautanki "BATWAARE KI AAG" for Prasaar Bharati, Doordarshan, Allahabad 2002.
(b) Tele-Nautanki "SAUDA" for Prasaar Bharati, Doordarshan, Allahabad 2003.
(c) Lead Role in Film 'Namah Shivay Shantaya' in 2008.
(d) Documentary 'Protect Our Folk Arts Before It's Too Late' in 2012
(e) Documentary on Plight of Folk Artists in India in 2014.
(f) Documentary of Legends of Nautanki in 2016.

Atul Yadvanshi's journey in the field of Folk Arts can be summed as:

• Folk Art Practitioner- Artist, Director, Researcher and Cultural Volunteer Committed to the cause of Traditional Folk Art Forms.

• As Director ‘Swarg Repertory’ managing group’s activity with a greater aim of reviving folk drama Nautanki.

• As Chairperson of Indian Folk Art Federation vying to “Protect Our Folk Arts before its too Late” through Activism, Capacity Building, Sensitization, Orientation and Advocacy.

• Networking with Folk Artists across 19 states and 268 districts of our country.

• Facilitating Linkages to Folk Artists of rural, distant and far-flung areas with various Governmental & Non-governmental Organizations Schemes for the promotion of Folk arts.

• Providing Guidance and Technical Knowledge to Folk Artists of rural, distant and far-flung areas.

• Advocacy with various Governmental & Non-governmental Organizations for protection, preservation and promotion of Folk Arts.

Atul Yadvanshi's 4P Model

Atul Yadvanshi has travelled extensively in the Rural, Distant & Far-flung Areas of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh for Motivating & Mobilizing Folk Artists. Facilitated the formation of Indian Folk Art Federation by involving Folk Artists of 18 States to “Protect & Preserve our Folk Art Forms before its too Late”. He has derived and propogated 4P's formula for Revival of Performing Folk Art Forms. Through this 4Ps formula of Preserve, Pre-cast, Practice & Perform any Rare/Traditional Art forms can be revived. It is popularly known as "Atul Yadvanshi 4Ps Model".

Through 4Ps formula of Preserve, Pre-cast, Practice & Perform any rare/traditional Art forms can be safeguarded by the 4Ps formula only which is well demonstrated by the diagram:

PRESERVE : Through research and documentation regarding the origin, stages of development, the specialty of the form, legends of the past and present practitioners is of the utmost importance. PRE-CAST : To concretize the knowledge of the Art form its traditions, ethos and beliefs by enlisting the minutest details of the form in reference to instruments/music, dance, singing style and dialogues, if any. To arrive at consensus the seminars and conferences are the best tools. PRACTICE : To organize workshops under the able guidance of established Gurus / Practitioners for the upcoming artist so that knowledge is transferred and one can be assured that the art form will never become for gotten tradition but will be a vibrant living form. PERFORM : However, it is important to provide a larger cultural space for a long-term survival of the associated performances and for this reason; it becomes pertinent to make it complete with model performance traditions without distorting the very tradition in the process. The performances are the only way through which the Art form can arrive on the cognitive plane.

Survey's & Studies

He has conducted Survey, Analytical Study & Literature Review on the History, Trends, Themes and Practices of especially Nautanki and also other Folk Art Forms of our country. Articles and Papers on Nautanki & other Folk Art Forms published in various Magazines. Yadvanshi has also Organized National Seminar on "Folk Art Forms: Present Scenario & Future Strategies" which attracted the participation of more than 7000 Folk Artists - Till date biggest congregation of Folk Artists in India.

Thought Process

Being as Member Expert Committee of Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India Atul Yadvanshi has always stood by practitioners of indigenous folk art forms and strongly advocated for removing the eligibility of Graduation in availing the Senior/Junior Fellowship to them. This proposal was accepted by Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India. Similarly he has been actively advocating the measures as how to improve the conditions of fellow folk art practitioners with Senior Officials, Politicians and various Governmental, Non-governmental and Autonomous Organizations to give Top-Priority to the Folk Artists and their Art Forms. Despite of being in pathetic condition Folk Arts can also be understood as:

• Intangible Cultural Heritage of India - Creation of beautiful "Human Treasures."
• Rhythmic expression of emotions which ruled this land for centuries and still...
• Indian films inherited its structure from Nautanki i.e. a story telling format with songs in between.
• A group of person who exposed the common people to the richness of Indian Culture and its deep roots towards aspiring for a better world.

He clearly believes that as a development organization with a cultural mandate, we (cultural institutions) should recognize that culture must no longer be the 'Missing Pillar' of development. We must play an active role in Advocating for culture to given greater consideration in development Planning and Implementation, and for Artists and Practitioners to be part of this dialogue.

He has traveled far and wide across the states interacting with Legends & Practitioners and has concluded that if Folk Art is bundled with the latest presentation techniques it will take over the world cultural space.

Atul Yadvanshi is a Folk Art Practitioner- Artist, Director, Researcher and Cultural Volunteer Committed to the cause of Traditional Folk Art Forms. For him, India's vibrant Heritage of Folk's music, rhythms, melodies are the real identity of our country and they shall not die. My sole Mission "Protect Our Folk Arts Before Its Too Late" has made a tremendous impact among Cultural Policy Makers & Officials. Yadvanshi's journey in the field of traditional Folk Art over two decades has been full of energy, experimentation, learning and innovation and still has eager for the same with great sprit and more vigor in years to come.

Currently underway forming a Nationwide Network of Folk Artist aimed at conducting Capacity Building Workshop, Training to enhance and upgrade the knowledge of Folk Artists and capacitating them to avail the schemes of various Governmental & Non-Governmental organizations. He is also undertaking Advocacy with Government Departments for the betterment of his fellow Folk Artists of rural, distant and far-flung areas of our country. The activities include Capacity Building and Developing Charter/Basic Rights of Folk Artists who are carriers of Heritage, cultural values, traditions, beliefs and ethos. My effort is to enable them to develop their own priorities and Plans for action in a participatory manner.