Ukkattha Fest 2025

The theme for Ukkattha 2025, “Reclaiming Land,” explored questions of ownership, belonging, and justice beyond geography or property. Engaging with histories of caste, displacement, gendered labour, religion, and class, learners used dance, theatre, and music to reflect on land as a site of memory, dignity, and livelihood.

Ukkattha 2025 emerged as a dynamic celebration of critical thinking, resilience, and social awareness, offering a diverse array of performances and activities that thoroughly engaged the audience. The learners presented an impressive showcase, exemplifying their dedication, creativity, effective communication, enthusiasm, and collaborative teamwork.

This year, new elements were added to the Ukkattha, which included a Book Launch and a Graduation Ceremony. Also, for the first time, the Project Mukti team performed on the stage in a Die-in performance. These moments symbolised knowledge, growth, and continuity, reinforcing the event’s commitment to education, empowerment, and long-term social change.

This year’s Ukkattha reaffirmed our commitment to building spaces that are inclusive, reflective, and rooted in social realities. The graduation of our learners and the launch of the storybook together represent continuity and transformation, honouring past journeys while imagining new futures.