Individuals

ways to adopt a ghat

What is needed?

Just bring along a camera/camera phone and your friends / family for company.

Ways to participate

While the possibilities are endless here are some ideas to get you started

Do some research

on the importance of Kolkata Ghats and history of the Ghats in Kolkata.

Use Social Media to create visibility and awareness

Visit the ghats with friends and family or even by yourself; enjoy the scenic beauty and ambience; take a relaxing boat ride or enjoy some of the famed Kolkata street food with a hot cup of tea. The ghats of Kolkata with their beautiful backdrop and aesthetic appeal make for very Instagram worthy pictures – so click away and don’t forget to tag ‘The River Festival’ on your social media posts.

Enjoy individual or group activities

The ghats are perfect for small informal group activities – be it just an ‘adda session’ with friends, story telling / book reading …..the possibilities are endless. The beautiful landscape also provides ample opportunities to practice a hobby like photography, painting etc. Don’t forget to share your pictures / thoughts and tag ‘The River Festival’ on your social media posts.

** Individual /small scale events (involving not more than 15 people) do not require the use of any instruments or microphone and special lighting would not need any special permits or prior permissions.

Share with us how you participated

Fill out the online participation form with the required details.

Upload pictures taken by yourself / your group on Facebook / Instagram etc and tag “The River Festival” to your social media posts.

All fully completed forms will be issued an online certification of participation as a token of appreciation.