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Hyderabad, July 4, 2026: The Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) organised a one-day experiential workshop titled “Explore Your Creativity – Learn, Reconnect, Express, Rejuvenate” at Federation House, Hyderabad. The initiative brought together professionals, students, artists, and creative enthusiasts to explore how music, dance, movement, visual arts, and creative expression can contribute to personal well-being, empathy, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Explore Your Creativity – One Day Classroom Workshop for professionals
4th July 2026, The Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FTCCI), Hyderabad
The workshop was curated by Dr. Ankit Raj Bhatnagar, Director, FTCCI, with the objective of creating an accessible platform for individuals interested in exploring or progressing in different forms of art. The programme sought to bridge traditional and contemporary artistic practices while providing participants with opportunities to interact, experiment, express themselves, and learn from accomplished practitioners.
The programme was inaugurated by Mr. Ravi Kumar, President, FTCCI, who emphasised the importance of creativity and artistic engagement in the personal and professional development of individuals. He highlighted that platforms encouraging creative thinking, cultural engagement, and experiential learning can help professionals and young people develop broader perspectives and improve their ability to respond to an increasingly complex world.
The workshop began with an interactive ice-breaking session led by Mr. Jaywant Naidu and Dr. Ankit Raj Bhatnagar, encouraging participants to explore their relationship with creativity and artistic expression.
Ms. NSL Praveena of Colors of Dance Institute introduced participants to classical dance traditions, storytelling through movement, and the relevance of dance forms in society and culture. Her session demonstrated how movement and artistic expression can provide avenues for emotional communication and cultural understanding.
Renowned musician Mr. Jaywant Naidu of Parichay Arts Foundation conducted an experiential session on Music for Mind and Emotion. Through rhythm, sound, voice, group activities, and guided reflection, participants explored the emotional impact of music and the journey towards developing proficiency in an art form.
Mr. Prithvi Raj Ramaswamy of Steps Dance Studio conducted an interactive session focusing on body awareness, expressive movement, and stress release. The session encouraged participants to overcome inhibitions and experience movement as a means of communication, confidence building, and personal expression.
The visual arts sessions were led by Mr. Jyotiramaya Pattnayak, Visual Art Expert, who introduced participants to art as a medium for emotional release, observation, and creative expression. Through practical activities and live artistic demonstrations, participants experienced how visual art can stimulate imagination and provide new ways of interpreting everyday experiences.
Mr. Manohar Chiluveru, Sculptor and Artist, conducted a session on performing arts, storytelling, and confidence building. The session highlighted the relationship between creativity, communication, performance, and the ability to express ideas effectively.
The programme concluded with an engaging valedictory session addressed by Mr. B. P. Acharya, IAS (Retd.), Civil Servant, Cartoonist, Poet and Chief Advisor, FTCCI. Drawing upon his experiences in public administration and creative pursuits, he spoke about the importance of empathy, imagination, and creativity in professional life and problem-solving.
The carefully structured programme provided participants with exposure to dance, music, movement, visual arts, storytelling, and creative expression through a combination of discussions, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and collaborative learning. The workshop agenda reflected FTCCI’s effort to create a multidisciplinary learning environment that encouraged participants to learn, reconnect, express, and rejuvenate through the arts.
The workshop witnessed enthusiastic participation and reinforced the idea that creativity is not limited to professional artists. Artistic engagement can serve as an important tool for emotional well-being, empathy, collaboration, communication, and innovative thinking. The programme also created opportunities for individuals with common artistic interests to interact, exchange ideas, and explore pathways for continued learning and skill development.
Through “Explore Your Creativity,” FTCCI demonstrated its commitment to expanding the scope of professional and personal development initiatives by integrating creativity, culture, experiential learning, and well-being. The encouraging response to the workshop highlighted the growing interest among professionals and individuals in finding meaningful avenues to reconnect with their creative interests while developing skills relevant to both personal and professional life.