Vision
Ancient History
The name Mithila is believed to be derived from the King Mithi. He established Mithilapuri. Since he was born out of the body of his father, he was called Janaka.
Vedic Period
Mithila came under the control of the Vajji mahajanapada which was a confederacy of clans the most famous of which was the Licchavi
Period of Anarchy
Sikandar Lodhi made his son-in-law, Alauddin, the ruler of this area. During this period, Mughal Empire was beginning to take its root in Delhi. Alauddin was not a successful ruler and for next 50 years, anarchy prevailed in Mithila region
Our Skills & Expertise
The members of Mithilangan work very hard to instill self-pride, community feeling, and awareness among its new generation. It would not be an exaggeration to say that many renowned artists and maestros of Maithili are products of Mithilangan. The stage of Mithilangan provides the artists with an opportunity to perform at several regular events held throughout the year to promote the language. Writing, publishing, music, theatrical stage, Madhubani painting, paper massy are a few of the cultural events that are held by Mithilangan to achieve its vision. Mithilangan aims to promote opportunities for everyone to experience the culture, participate in various programs and develop their creative abilities. Mithilangan has a very clear set of aims and objectives. The principal objective is the Spread of Maithili language, literature, art, and culture and to create awareness of Mithila’s national, linguistic and cultural rights.
The Mithila region is rich with culture and traditions and that’s what Mithilangan aims to protect and preserve. Mithilangan offers a platform for the exchange and interaction of ideas, research, and points of view. The best way to preserve a culture is to keep it alive and this is the vision on which the selfless team members of Mithilangan work on. The team makes special efforts to encourage folk tradition and to frame special programs for the preservation and dissemination of Maithili.