Roohdaariyaan
A Soulful Journey with the Women Saints of India
April 24–26, 2026
Bodhigram Empowerment Centre
Thano Village, Dehradun
“देव खातें देव पितें, देव देतें देव घेतें.”
Dev khāte, Dev pite, Dev dete, Dev ghete.
God eats, God drinks; God gives, and God receives.
These simple yet profound words by the saint-poet Janabai remind us that the divine is not separate from life. In her poetry, the sacred is not found only in temples or rituals but in the ordinary rhythms of everyday living – cooking, cleaning, sharing food, serving others, and remembering the divine in each moment.
For Janabai, the Divine was present in every act. The one who cooks, the one who eats, the one who offers, and the one who receives, all are expressions of the same sacred presence.
This vision invites us to see life differently:
that spirituality is not something distant or reserved for special moments, but something that quietly unfolds in the flow of daily life.
Roohdaariyaan is an invitation to step into this spirit, to listen to the voices of mystic women who discovered the divine not outside life, but within it.
Roohdaariyaan is a three-day gathering to rediscover the voices of women mystics who sang of love, devotion, freedom, and union with the divine. Through music, storytelling, dance, poetry recitations, conversations, and shared reflection, we will explore the lives and teachings of three extraordinary women mystics whose voices continue to inspire seekers across centuries and explore what their lives mean for us today.
This festival is an invitation to listen deeply – to their songs of devotion, freedom, longing, and inner awakening.
The Women Saints We Will Explore in this Edition (2026)
Mirabai
A Rajput princess who chose the path of devotion over royal life. Her songs of love for Krishna express fearless surrender and divine longing.
Akka Mahadevi
A radical mystic poet from Karnataka who renounced worldly expectations to pursue spiritual freedom and union with Shiva.
Lalleshwari
A wandering Kashmiri mystic whose verses reveal deep insights into self-realization, awareness, and the unity of existence.
What to Expect
Over three days at Bodhigram, you will experience:
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Poetry recitations and reflections on women saints
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Storytelling sessions exploring their lives
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Music and devotional singing
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A dance interpretation of Mirabai’s poetry
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Book discussions and dialogues
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Conversations on women’s spirituality and mysticism
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A grand closing musical concert
The festival is designed to be both contemplative and celebratory, creating space to experience the timeless wisdom of these saints.
Festival Highlights
Voices of Women Saints: India and the World
A powerful session where artists recite the poetry of women mystics and explore their meaning.
Storytelling on Lalleshwari
Sharmishtha Ji brings the mystical life and teachings of Lal Ded alive through stories.
Women Saints Through the Male Lens
A thoughtful dialogue exploring how male scholars and artists interpret the feminine mystical tradition.
Dance Interpretation of Mirabai
A classical/contemporary dance presentation inspired by the poetry of Mirabai.
Book Discussion – Voices of Women by Women
Authors and speakers reflect on the importance of women’s spiritual voices.
Grand Musical Evening
A soulful closing concert celebrating the poetry of women saints.
Who Is This Festival For?
Roohdaariyaan is for anyone interested in:
Spirituality and mysticism
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Spirituality and mysticism
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Poetry and devotional music
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Indian spiritual traditions
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Women’s voices in spirituality
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Inner exploration and reflection
You do not need any prior background, just curiosity and openness
About Bodhigram Empowerment Centre
Bodhigram Empowerment Centre is a serene retreat space located at Thano Village near Dehradun Airport (Jolly Grant), dedicated to inner exploration, learning, and conscious living. Through retreats, workshops, and gatherings, Bodhigram creates spaces for reflection, dialogue, and personal transformation.
Roohdaariyaan is part of this ongoing effort to bring together seekers, artists, and thinkers exploring deeper dimensions of life.
A Note to the Seekers
The detailed program schedule, speakers, and artists will be announced soon.
We are currently in conversation with several wonderful artists, scholars, and storytellers including Gurupriya Atreya, Radhika Sood Nayak, Shruthi Vishwanathan, Vedanth Bharadwaj, Himanshu Bajpai, Pragya Sharma, Anil Kabirpanth, Sharmishtha, Gatha Akashkamini, Pavi Gaur, and Radhika Gosain.
We will continue sharing updates as the program takes shape.
Stay tuned as Roohdaariyaan unfolds.
Join the Sangat
We warmly invite you to be a part of Roohdariyaan 2026 for three days in the serene greens of Bodhigram. To make your stay comfortable and nourishing, we have arranged different accommodation options to suit your needs.
Stay Options:
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Single Occupancy Room – ₹14,995/person (For those seeking quiet reflection and personal space. (Located in BodhiAnnexe 101 & Ekam Thano Hills Resort)
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Double Sharing Room – ₹10,995/person (Share the warmth of the festival with a fellow seeker in a cozy setting located in BodhiAnnexe 101 & Ekam Thano Hills Resort)
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Triple Sharing Bamboo Cottage – ₹8,995/person (A joyful way to experience the spirit of sangat together, located in Bodhigram)
Registration Details:
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To confirm your participation, you are encouraged to make an initial contribution of ₹4,995.
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The remaining amount can be settled during or at the end of the festival.
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Contributions are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Please click on REGISTER NOW to secure your place at the festival.
For any concerns or questions, feel free to call Vineet on +91-9405712845.