Jnana Pravaha — Venues | Banaras Culture Biennale 2026 | CII
Jnana Pravaha · existing website photograph

Jnana Pravaha

27 November – 31 December 2026

A collection invites a closer look

The Biennale programme draws on the centre’s collections and scholarship, bringing objects into view through research and interpretation. India Story – Banaras Edit forms part of the programme here.

The curatorial perspective

Anjan Chakraverty

Anjan Chakraverty

Research and interpretation connect the centre’s collections with the histories and knowledge they hold.

Curatorial perspective ↗

Exhibitions & encounters

27 November · Afternoon

Exhibition opening

Opening of the centre’s collection exhibitions and India Story – Banaras Edit.

Opening
Through 31 December

Centre collections

Special exhibitions introduce objects through their materials, histories and contexts.

Exhibitions
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Dacca malmal, accession 2017.22 — collection context

From the collection

A history held in cloth

Dacca malmal with metal embroidery, accession 2017.22, offers a starting point for looking at material and workmanship.

Collection context; not a confirmed Biennale exhibit.

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Plan your visit

Jnana Pravaha

Find the venue ↗
Dates
27 November – 31 December 2026
Location
Varanasi · confirm the exhibition entrance with the programme.
Access
Check the individual programme listing for entry and registration requirements.
Hours & accessibility
Opening hours, entrances and step-free access information will be added with the venue details.
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