The Jahan-e-Khusrau festival, which celebrates Sufi music, marked its 25th anniversary in Delhi on February 28, 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the event for its role in enriching India’s cultural heritage and connecting deeply with people’s hearts.

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Prime Minister Modi addressed the 25th-anniversary celebration of Jahan-e-Khusrau festival in Delhi.
He called the festival a “cultural triumph” for preserving India’s artistic and spiritual traditions.
Modi emphasized the emotional bond Jahan-e-Khusrau shares with audiences, calling it the festival’s greatest success.
He highlighted the festival’s role in showcasing India’s diverse artistic traditions, particularly Sufi music.
Before the event, Modi visited TEH Bazaar, appreciating India’s handicrafts and traditional handlooms.
He acknowledged Aga Khan’s contributions to restoring and beautifying Sunder Nursery, the venue for the festival.
Modi referred to the performances at the festival, especially Nazr-e-Krishna, as capturing India’s shared heritage.
He spoke about the Sufi poet Amir Khusrau’s reverence for India’s culture and Sanskrit as the world’s finest language.
The festival, founded in 2001 by Muzaffar Ali, is held annually and celebrates the legacy of Amir Khusrau.
Jahan-e-Khusrau brings global artists together to celebrate the spiritual and cultural connection of Sufi music.