The Urdu Hindi Cultural Association of New Zealand will host the much-anticipated Mehfil-E-Saaz Aur Awaaz, an evening celebrating poetry, music, and cultural heritage. The event will take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Fickling Convention Centre, 546 Mt Albert Road, Three Kings, Auckland.
Event Highlights
The evening will feature a rich mix of poetry and music. It will showcase some of the finest poets, including:
- Sachin Kumar
- Syed Mujeeb QSM
- Suman Kapoor
- Ghouse Majeed
- Shiv Bhagirath
- Mukhtiar Singh
- Inderjeet Bajwa
- Somnath Gupta
Jugalbandi Performances and Music
Attendees will enjoy vibrant Jugalbandi performances, where poetry and music blend together. The lineup of performers includes:
- Jaspreet Kandhari
- Nadia Sheikh
- Jyoti Virk Klar
- Kiranjit Singh
- Sudha Tata
- Nisar Mirza
- Yudhistar Rajput
- Adison Albert
- RuShikesh Ahinave
Musical Talent
The musical side of the event will feature:
- Vijender (VJ) – Keyboard
- Piyush – Tabla
- Paramvir Singh – Guitar
- Jessy – Harmonium
- DJ Jiten Events & Shows – Sound System
Annual Magazine Launch: Dhanak 2024
The event will also celebrate the release of the 13th edition of Dhanak, the Association’s trilingual magazine in Urdu, Hindi, and English. The editorial team includes:
- Syed Mujeeb – Urdu
- Rohit Kumar – Hindi
- Sachin Kumar – English
Managing Editor Tahseen Sultana praised the magazine for its role in preserving the cultural heritage of Urdu and Hindi and inspiring the younger generation.
Distinguished Guests and Hosts
The event will be presided over by Ghouse Majeed, a founding member of the Association. Prominent community leaders will also be in attendance, including:
- Ms. Neeta Bhushan, High Commissioner of India to New Zealand
- Dr. Carlos Cheung, Member of Parliament
- Parmjeet Parmar, New Zealand Parliament
- Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi, Former National List MP
- Hon. Michael Philip Wood, Former MP
- Ella Kumar, Chairperson, Puketāpapa Local Board
- Jeet Suchdev, Chairman, Bhartiya Samaj Charitable Trust
Masters of Ceremonies
The event will be hosted by:
- Neha, Radio Presenter
- M. Ayub Khan (MAK)
About the Urdu Hindi Cultural Association of New Zealand
Founded between 2009 and 2011, the Association plays a key role in promoting Urdu and Hindi literature, fostering unity, and preserving cultural traditions through events such as Mushairas, Kavi Sammelans, and Sham-E-Ghazal evenings.
Open Invitation
This free event is open to all, offering a platform to celebrate the beauty of Urdu and Hindi art and literature.
