The second day of the Jashn-e-Urdu festival at the historic Gauhar Mahal celebrated Urdu literature and syncretic traditions through discussions, poetry, and an electrifying Qawwali performance on Sunday.

The event began with renowned speakers discussing the importance of unity and brotherhood in society.

The Director of the Madhya Pradesh Urdu Academy, Nusrat Mehdi, opened the session by stressing that the annual Urdu festival is not merely a celebration but a reminder of the values, culture, and traditions that define us as a nation.

She emphasized how literature, particularly Urdu, has been a powerful medium for promoting the philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family). Ali Abbas Ummid from Bhopal and Ishrat Naheed from Lucknow spoke about the route Urdu literature adopts to carry forward a universal message of peace and humanity.

The event continued with a regional Mushaira, where poets from various regions presented their works. Poets like Shan Fakhri, Aziz Ansari, and Majaz Ashna captivated the audience with their expressive poetry on love, life, and human connection.

The evening saw a musical gathering featuring ghazals by Salim Allah Wale, followed by a mesmerizing Qawwali performance by Aftab Qadri from Indore. The rendition left the audience spellbound. The day concluded with expressions of gratitude from Mumtaz Khan, reflecting on the success of the event that beautifully combined literature, music, and the celebration of cultural heritage.