Sounds of the Sand Dunes

The soul-stirring echoes of Rajasthan's age-old musical heritage resounded through the auditorium of Poornima Institute of Engineering and Technology on Saturday evening as Lok Sangeet Shala culminated in its grand finale the Shala Mahotsav. Organised by Bluescity Wall in collaboration with the Poornima Group of Colleges and Jaipur Virasat Foundation, the event showcased the exceptional artistry of 86 young trainees who were mentored by 25 eminent folk maestros from across Rajasthan.

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A particularly prestigious moment came with the presence of renowned classical vocalist and composer Shubha Mudgal, who presided as the Chief Guest. Accompanied by tabla virtuoso Aneesh Pradhan, Mudgal inaugurated the event with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, joined by program conveners Govind Singh Bhati and Poornima Group Director Rahul Singhi. Praising the initiative, Mudgal remarked, "Lok Sangeet Shala is not merely a training program — it is a cultural ren