New Delhi: Wishes & Blessings, a Delhi-based NGO committed to aiding those in need, organized the third edition of the fundraising concert, Jashn-E-Qawwali, held on May 10th at Kamani Auditorium, Delhi.
The event showcased mesmerizing performances by the internationally acclaimed Qawwali group, Niazi Brothers. Their soulful melodies captivated the audience throughout the concert, swaying to the power-packed performances ranging from traditional Qawwali tunes to popular Bollywood hits and original compositions by the Niazi Brothers. Some of the standout performances included renditions of timeless classics such as “Kun Faya Kun, ChaapTilak, BharDo Jholi andDamadar Mast Kalandar”.
The event was witnessed by a huge audience of more than 500 people, including the beneficiaries of various programmes of Wishes & Blessings NGO – Sahas–an upskilling programme for women, the street-to-school initiative, and the community kitchen.
“We are extremely overwhelmed by the turnout and the resounding success of Jashn-E-Qawwali,” said Dr Geetanjali Chopra, Founder and President of Wishes and Blessings NGO. “This marks the third edition of the fundraiser, with the previous two being immensely successful. The funds raised this year will directly contribute to our WB Rasoi programme, addressing the fundamental need for food among those in need. We are grateful to Niazi Brothers for their continued support and to everyone who attended and contributed to the cause”.
The funds raised from the event will support the expansion of the NGO’s new initiative, WB Rasoi, aimed at providing nutritious meals to a number of individuals in need. The NGO recently launched its first WB Rasoi in NOIDA, NCR.
“It was an honour to perform for such a noble cause,” shared ShahidNiazi, one of the artists from the Niazi Brothers troupe. “When we needed help they were the ones who helped us during our low phase and this was our time to give something in return. We are proud to be associated with Wishes & Blessings NGO for the past 3 years and we look forward to contributing more to the organization in future.”
The triumphant culmination of Jashn-E-Qawwali underscores Wishes & Blessings NGO’s unwavering commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of marginalized communities and exemplifies the power of music in fostering social change.
The event saw participation from multiple reputed brands such as Sunplast Electronics Private Limited, Ena J Singh, Rehab Masters Inc, Dixon, Tecno, itel and Powerspack.Paytm Insider was the platform through which the ticket bookings were made.
About WB Rasoi:
WB Rasoi is based on the concept of providing fresh, hygienically made nutritious food for the needy on a daily basis. The first kitchen under this series was set up in Sector 71, Noida, in February 2024. During the last two months, the NGO has distributed packed food boxes outside hospitals, in slum clusters and on the roads and has received positive feedback. Currently, the NGO is feeding 500 people once a day and proposes to increase the number to 1500 meals next month. Jashn-E-Qawwali is a fundraising event for WB Rasoi.
About Wishes and Blessings:
Wishes and Blessings is a registered NGO based in Delhi, with a presence in eight states across India. Set up under the aegis of Dr Geetanjali Chopra in 2014, the organization cuts across the spectrum of gender and age to help those who need it. The NGO is a unique platform to connect donors and beneficiaries and bring together those who are blessed to help those who have unfulfilled wishes. They believe that happiness is not just an end but a means to an end as well and, therefore, do not have one focus area but 6 causes, among which are education, nutrition, care for elders, relief, customizable charity and the overall cause of happiness.
