<\/span> A female concert-goer at hip-hop artist Russ’s Mumbai show in 2022. Photo: Courtesy of Avrik Live<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The upcoming debut edition of techno-focused music festival Eden of Sounds is bringing over 65 artists on stage across three days at Palm Bliss Riverside Resort & Spa in Parvati Valley, Himachal Pradesh to mark the new year, but they\u2019re also introducing a new area \u2013 a lounge area specifically for women festival-goers.<\/p>\n Teaming up with techno community SheLikesTechno<\/a>, the festival \u2013 which runs from Dec. 29 to Dec. 31, 2024 \u2013 will have a women-only lounge that has a separate bar, a \u201crelaxation zone\u201d with foot reflexology and head massages, a thrift shop, plus merch counter. The lounge also promises \u201cWomen Essentials\u201d that includes complimentary sanitary products, warmers and firms offering everything from artisanal candles to face art and tattoos.<\/p>\n The SheLikesTechno festival pass for females is currently priced at \u20b96,999, likely an incentivized fare compared to the current phase three general festival pass, which is priced at \u20b99,999. A couple pass for all three days of Eden of Sounds, however, is priced at \u20b912,999.<\/p>\n While safety of women \u2013 and the general public, regardless of gender \u2013 has often been overlooked or not nearly given enough attention by big-ticket music festivals in India, a separate section for women has been adopted by other countries, like Soundstorm festival in Riyadh. Whether attendees fully utilize these sections remains to be seen.<\/p>\n SheLikesTechno founder Aparajita Misra says in a statement, \u201cThis partnership with Eden of Sounds is about creating a cultural shift in how festivals can empower and celebrate women. Together, we\u2019re offering a space that\u2019s not only safe but deeply inspiring for women to explore and enjoy electronic music without limits.\u201d<\/p>\n Eden of Sounds organizers Techno Takeover India added in a collective statement, \u201cOur mission has always been to create experiences that go beyond music\u2014where connection, nature, and community thrive. Partnering with SheLikesTechno for the women-only lounge is a step toward making women feel safe, valued, and celebrated at our events. At TTI, we\u2019re committed to creating inclusive spaces built on trust and shared joy. This New Year\u2019s celebration marks a meaningful step toward a safer, more connected community.\u201d<\/p>\n Held across three days and two stages, Eden of Sounds brings in DJ-producers such as Miami-based Stan Kolev, Spain-origin Linear System, Germany\u2019s Jonas Saalbach, Indian veteran Ash Roy, Los Angeles\/Tel Aviv duo Silver Panda, Germany-based Paji, Avantika, Sao Paulo-origin Black Hertz and more.<\/p>\n Get Eden of Sounds festival tickets here<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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