In an era of two-minute reels, instant certification, and AI apps, one might assume the traditional Guru-Shishya Parampara is facing an existential crisis. Yet, walk down the lanes of Kaiserbagh on a quiet evening, past the historic corridors of Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, or saunter around the UP Sangeet Natak Akademi bylanes and you will hear a different story. On Teachers Day, Indie Times salutes the spirit of Guru Shisya Parampara in the city as we trace the legacy of this quaint tradition.

New-age music courses may be remarkably good at giving students information but does it endure? Today with a few clicks, a student can understand scales, finger positions, rhythm patterns and even practise basic bandishes within the comfort of their home, and no doubt for someone just discovering music or the finer arts  these courses can be a wonderful first step.