The Sangeet Natak Academy recognizes eight classical dance forms. Chhau has been included by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, which brings the total number to nine classical dance forms.

The 3-day festival will see eight major Indian classical dance forms — Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam ...

I was learning kathak from the age of 7-8 years and ... at various dance and music festivals. Which form of dance excites you most and why? Amongst the classical dances of India, I love Kathak ...