New Delhi, Dec. 5 -- The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sangeet Natak Academy and supported by Andhra Pradesh Tourism and the Department of Culture, Government of Andhra Pradesh, is organising the 3rd edition of Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam in Vijayawada on December 6-7.

According to an official release from the Ministry of Tourism, this year's theme, "Celebrating the Richness of Telugu Music Traditions," reflects the festival's objective to strengthen the cultural identity of Andhra Pradesh, promote music tourism, support artisans and weavers, and position Vijayawada as a premier Carnatic music destination.

This edition of the festival will be inaugurated by Kandula Durgesh,...