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3mo ago

PM Modi to Attend 25th Anniversary of Jahan-e-Khusrau Sufi Festival in Delhi

The festival, celebrating Sufi music and traditions, will feature global artists and cultural events from February 28 to March 2 at Sunder Nursery.

Union home minister Amit Shah is also scheduled to attend the festival, prompting security measures that will see the park closed to general visitors on February 27 and 28. (REUTERS)
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Overview

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the inaugural day of the Jahan-e-Khusrau festival on February 28, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah also expected to be present.
  • The festival, marking its 25th anniversary, has hosted 30 editions worldwide and celebrates the mystical traditions of Sufi saints like Rumi and Amir Khusrau.
  • Held at Sunder Nursery in Delhi, the event will include performances by renowned artists such as Satinder Sartaj, Manjari Chaturvedi, and Malini Awasthi.
  • Cultural highlights include the TEH Bazaar showcasing regional handicrafts, poetry sessions, storytelling, and a Dastkari exhibition with live craft demonstrations.
  • The festival's theme, 'Unity in Diversity,' emphasizes Sufi music's role in fostering peace and harmony, with tickets priced from ₹200 to ₹500.