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The Garba Festivities Begin: “Raatladi – The Mandli Garba 2025” set to light up Ahmedabad

Celebrating Tradition with Music, Dance & Community Spirits

Bilkul Online | Ahmedabad | 3 Sept 2025

As Navratri nears, Ahmedabad gears up for one of its most-awaited cultural celebrations – “Raatladi – The Mandli Garba 2025.” Known for its grandeur and musical energy, the event is set to begin with a Pre-Navratri celebration on 21st September, featuring popular singer Jigardan Gadhavi.

The Garba festival, organized by Zala Events, will run from 21st September to 1st October at Mahendra Farm, Shilaj, promising ten nights of rhythmic beats, soulful tunes, and unmatched festive spirit.

Renowned percussionist Lala Dholi and his team will set the pace with their powerful dhol performances, accompanied by the traditional melodies of the shehnai. The festival’s red-and-white themed décor and “Desi Tadko” flavor will add to its cultural charm, making Mahendra Farm a true Garba hotspot.

Speaking about the festival, Jayveersinh Zala, Founder of Zala Events, said, “Our passion for bringing people together through music and dance is the inspiration behind Raatladi. Designed to reflect Gujarat’s rich cultural heritage, this Garba festival ensures that every enthusiast will dance till the first ray of the sun.”

With meticulous planning and a focus on safety and comfort, “Raatladi – The Mandli Garba 2025” promises not just a dance event but a community experience, blending tradition with modernity to give Ahmedabad’s Navratri celebrations a new identity.

The organisers have assured the media that adequate measures would be taken to take care of parking and safety of the players and an insurance of Rs 2 crore has been taken by them. They aid hence they are not there to crowd up the gathering beyond the permissible capacity and arrangement.