PUNE: FUEL (Friends Federation for Vibrant Living) educational institution will present ‘Mauli – An Eternal Tradition’, a work of Bharatanatyam inspired by the spiritual essence of Pandharpur Wari, at the MES auditorium in Kothrud on July 12. The event will also raise funds to support the education of 10 female students through corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.The 75-minute piece will be performed by internationally renowned Bharatanatyam exponent, choreographer and researcher Bala Devi Chandrashekar.Announcing the show on Wednesday, FUEL founder and chairman Dr Ketan Deshpande said the work celebrates the enduring connection between devotion, tradition and classical art while giving viewers a glimpse into the spiritual journey of Warkari tradition.Bala Devi Chandrashekar said that the work depicts the life and devotional works of Warkari saints including Sant Dnyaneshwar, Sant Namdev, Sant Eknath, Sant Tukaram and Sant Janabai. “Wari is not just a pilgrimage but an inner spiritual journey that ultimately leads to personal transformation. Through Bharatanatyam, we try to bring alive this timeless tradition,” she said.The show will feature famous abhangs and bharuds such as Sundar Te Dhyan, Roop Paahata Lochani and Khel Mandiyela Valavanti Ghai.Organizers say the initiative combines cultural heritage with social responsibility, supporting the educational aspirations of underprivileged girls through the program.
