Traditional storytelling takes on new forms at Kausalyam 2026, where centuries-old craft practices are presented through both immersive technology and live performance. Organised by the Crafts Council of Telangana, the programme features an Augmented Reality (AR) experience based on the Cheriyal Scroll tradition alongside Sita Anveshana, a contemporary leather puppet performance inspired by the Nimmalakunta puppetry tradition of Andhra Pradesh.
Cheriyal Scroll Meets Augmented Reality
The AR installation presents Virataparvam through the traditional Cheriyal Scroll, enhanced with animation, sound, and movement. Visitors can scan the artwork using their devices to experience the narrative in an interactive format, combining Telangana’s storytelling heritage with digital technology.
The installation will be open throughout 15 and 16 July 2026 at Anvaya Convention, Financial District, Hyderabad.
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Sita Anveshana – A Contemporary Leather Puppet Performance
On Wednesday, 15 July 2026 at 4:00 PM, audiences can watch Sita Anveshana, a contemporary performance inspired by the traditional Nimmalakunta leather puppetry of Andhra Pradesh.
Presented by the Crafts Council of Telangana, the performance draws on a long-standing folk tradition while offering a contemporary interpretation through storytelling and handcrafted puppetry.
Event Details
| Event | Details |
| Name | Kausalyam 2026 |
| Venue | Anvaya Convention, Financial District |
| City | Hyderabad |
| Date | 15–16 July 2026 |
| Time | AR Experience: All Day (15 & 16 July); Sita Anveshana: 15 July 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Organiser | Crafts Council of Telangana |
Visitors can attend the AR experience across both event days, while the Sita Anveshana performance is scheduled for 15 July 2026 at 4:00 PM.
Final Thoughts
Kausalyam 2026 presents traditional storytelling through both digital technology and live performance. By featuring the Cheriyal Scroll AR experience alongside Sita Anveshana, the programme offers visitors an opportunity to engage with regional craft traditions in contemporary formats.
