About

Mr. Bhoomiputra Bhagwan Wagh has dedicated his life to using art for social transformation. A veteran of more than 500 street plays (pathnatya) across Maharashtra, he raises awareness about key social issues through performance. He is a solo performer, mime artist, storyteller, writer, director, filmmaker, poet, and literary contributor.

Artistic & Cultural Contributions

Bhagwan Wagh's work spans theatre, film, literature, and performance arts. His street theatre performances have engaged diverse communities and promoted social change.

Selected Films

• Maran
• Paani
• Koyta

Published Books

• Autobiography: Vaatsaru
• Poetry Collections: Sanvedana, Antarang, Abhalmaya
• Sarubai Doke — My Sister’s Traditional Ovyas (Folk Verses)
• Prayer Compilation
• Two Study Guides for Government Backward Class Student Hostels (Maharashtra)
• Songbook on the life and work of Late Madhukar Dhas

Childcare & Rehabilitation

Fostered and rehabilitated 76 orphaned children, supporting their education and reintegration into family or community care.

Major Social Work — Disaster Relief & Community Support

• Drought relief (1991)
• Earthquake relief and rehabilitation (1993)
• Drought intervention (2013–2016)
• COVID-19 relief work
• Maharashtra floods (2025)

Distribution of ration and water, ploughing support, cultivation assistance, and seed distribution to more than 5,000 farmers.

Regions of Active Work

Dharashiv, Pune, Mumbai, Yavatmal, Amravati, Wardha, Gadchiroli, Akola, Beed, and Nanded.

Training, Empowerment & Social Development

Teacher Training

Teacher Training Programme (2000–2001) — Conducted for government residential ashram schools across Vidarbha.

Community Awareness

Violence-Free Village Awareness Programme — Implemented in 100 villages of Latur and Dharashiv districts.

Self-Help Groups (SHGs)

Strengthened 2,250 women’s self-help groups, reaching approximately 30,000 women.