Rishab Rikhiram Sharma has announced a 10-city India tour titled Sitar for mental health. As suggested by the name, the tour promotes mental well-being and marks his return to India after the tour was previously postponed, following the successful performances in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the UK.
Tour Insights
The sitarist has planned the tour by incorporating classical elements with traditional classical instruments and cross-genre styles, with touches that promote mindfulness. The setlist is expected to include that artist’s famous compositions, such as Shiv Kailash, The Burning Ghat, Tandavam, and other popular works, along with some new pieces.
In his Instagram post about the tour announcement, he wrote:
“We are soooo back.
After a journey across the world and countless heartfelt messages from home, it’s finally time to return.
Sitar for Mental Health is coming back to India.
A homecoming rooted in purpose, presence, and the healing resonance of the Sitar.
I welcome you to an evening of pause, breathing, meditation, community, excitement, and release through the power of music.
Come wearing your best outfits, and let us together embrace our beautiful culture.”
Tour Cities and Dates
The tour was announced on January 21, 2026, and the tour kicks off on March 15, 2026, in Bengaluru.
Ticket presale will begin on January 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM IST till January 31, 2026, at 12:00 AM IST for Kotak Solitaire Credit Card Customers, on the District app, followed by the general sale on February 1, 202,6 at 2:00 PM IST.
Tour Schedule
Bengaluru- March 15, 2026
Mumbai- March 20, 2026
Pune- March 22, 2026
Hyderabad- March 27, 2026
Jaipur- March 29, 2026
Chennai- April 3, 2026
Ahmedabad- April 5, 2026
Chandigarh- April 10, 2026
Kolkata- April 12, 2026
Delhi- April 19, 2026
Rishab Rikhiram — Journey, Influence, and Achievements
Sharma is truly an iconic musician. He is the last and the youngest disciple of the late Pandit Ravi Shankar. He is famous for combining traditional classical music with contemporary styles. Performing Harry Potter X Game of Thrones theme on the Sitar is one such example of his exceptional performances. This unique influence has helped him expand his audience and reach modern and international listeners as well.
The artist has performed in various prestigious venues, and one such standout moment was his performance at the White House.
As a talented sitarist and a composer, he is not only promoting Indian classical music, but also reconnecting people with their roots and inspiring a new generation to fall in love with this traditional yet timeless art form.
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