Srinagar, July 13 (JKNS): The University of Kashmir on Monday celebrated the literary, spiritual and musical legacy of legendary Sufi poet Amir Khusru with a grand cultural programme, where acclaimed Delhi Gharana vocalist Vusat Iqbal captivated the audience through soulful renditions of Khusru’s Kalam, reaffirming the enduring message of harmony, spirituality and cultural coexistence.
As per news agency JKNS, Kashmir University organised a grand musical event celebrating the poetic and spiritual legacy of great Indian poet, Sufi ascetic & musician Amir Khusru at Ibn-e-Khaldoon auditorium. Famed Sufi singer Vusat Iqbal of Delhi Gharana presented the Kalam of Amir Khusru.
Registrar of the University Prof Nasir Iqbal was the Chief Guest while as the Director of Global Sufi Foundation Ajmer Syed Riyazuddin Chisti was the guest of honour.
The programme was graced by the Controller of Examinations, Deans, Heads of departments, faculty from various departments, invited guests from different walks of society, scholars and students.
The Programme was organised by Sheikh-ul-Alam Centre for Multidisciplinary Studies in collaboration with Pran Kishore Institute of Music & Fine Arts and Allama Iqbal Library. Prof Nasir Iqbal said in his address that by celebrating Amir Khusru, we are celebrating a vibrant spiritual tradition which binds people.
Prof Satish Vimal of Sheikh-ul-Alam centre gave a presentation on the contribution of Amir Khusru in his spiritual approach to bridge the divides between philosophies, faiths and cultures. Vusat Iqbal impressed the audiences by her melodious renderings of Hazrat Amir Khusru.
The vote of thanks was presented by Prof Aadil Amin Kaak, the Chairman of Markaz-e-Noor. (JKNS)
