The performance of the drum playing and the Duldul Ghori captivated the hearts

Prayagraj. The captivating rendition of Ghazals, devotional tunes of Bhajans and splendid performances of folk arts made the sixth evening of the Deepawali Crafts Fair memorable. Organised by the North Central Zone Cultural Centre, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, the artists mesmerised the audience with their performances. Sometimes the audience danced to the melodious tunes of Ghazals and sometimes the tunes of Bhajans filled the entire pandal with devotion. The performances of folk arts added charm to the cultural evening. The program was inaugurated by lighting the lamp by the chief guest Major General Dharmaraj Rai, Center Director Sudesh Sharma and Advisor Kalpana Sahay.

The ghazals touched the hearts of the listeners.

Ghazal singer Bhupendra Shukla began the cultural evening with his melodious voice. He captivated the audience with his rendition of ghazals like “Tell me what’s in your heart,” “You’re making me lose sight of you,” “I’m the shame of this world,” “I danced so hard today,” “Keep an eye on the road, keep a prayer on your lips,” and “Don’t think I’m drunk, while drinking.” His singing drew thunderous applause from the audience.

The pandal was filled with devotional hymns: Dr. Akanksha Pal then filled the atmosphere with devotion with her soulful rendition of bhajans. She moved the audience with hymns like “Yeh Vinti Raghubir Gusain,” “Yeh Prayag Ki Dharti, Iski Baat Niraali,” “Ram Japu, Ram Japu,” “Shri Radhe-Radhe Bol,” and “Lahar-Lahar Me Ganga Maiya Gaaye Re.” Her performance brought applause to the audience. Birha, Nagada playing and Duldul mare won hearts: In a series of folk culture shows, Bablu Yadav showcased the beauty of folk music through his Birha rendition. Meanwhile, Harendra Palwal, who came from Haryana, enthralled the audience with his powerful drum playing. Rajmani Tiwari’s rendition of Duldul Ghori also received widespread applause. The program was hosted by Abhijeet Mishra.