Nawaat Mehfil Bhatkal Organizes Nawati Geet Competition, Young Talents Shine

Bhatkal, August 16, 2025: The voices of tradition came alive in Bhatkal as Nawaat Mehfil hosted a Nawati Geet competition for students, providing them a stage to celebrate their cultural heritage through song. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation, with young performers showcasing their command over Nawati language, correct pronunciation, and heartfelt delivery.

Nawati Geet, an age-old form of poetry and singing in Bhatkal’s native tongue, carries deep cultural significance. Organizers stressed that this competition was more than just entertainment; it was about safeguarding a community’s heritage and passing it on to the younger generation.

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The program drew a large crowd of parents, teachers, and community members who warmly encouraged the participants.

Winners – Girls Category

1. Sarah D/O Fawwad Muniri
2. Khatija D/O Zaffar Ali Mohtesham
3. Rabiya Durra D/O Sarfaraz Ahmed Ruknuddin
4. Fatima Naahi Bint Mohammed Ismail Sheke
5. Afiya D/O Zameer Ahmed Ruknuddin
6. Aysha D/O Maaz Ajaib
7. Hajira Simran D/O Syed Mohammed Sabit Kazmi
8. Amatul Bari D/O Moulana Abdul Ahad Fakerde Nadwi
9. Umaira D/O Maaz Ajaib
10. Amina D/O Moulana Abdul Basit Ekkeri

Winners – Boys Category

1. Anas S/O Musaddiq Hallare
2. Mohammed Rayyan S/O Rashid Quazi
3. Aturrahman S/O Farooq Manegar
4. Aynan S/O Ansari Atkaar
5. Abdul Ali S/O Moulana Irfan SM
6. Maviya S/O Sultan Fakru
7. Ubaidullah S/O Kazim Armar
8. Ansar Sayyan S/O Shakir Kharuri
9. Mohammed Faiz S/O Muqeem Hallare
10. Tarheeb S/O Taufeeq Quazi
11. Mohammed S/O Waseem Jubapu

Guests and Chief Patronage

The event was graced by Dr. Atiq-ur-Rehman Nadwi and Qazi Yunus, while Janab Abdul Aleem Qasmi presided over the function. Guests appreciated the performances and encouraged students to continue nurturing their linguistic and cultural identity.

Certificates and prizes were distributed to the winners. The program concluded with prayers and appreciat