‘Akhand Bharat Dance’, ‘Sanskrit Qawwali’ and Delhi Police Songs: Celebrations at Jamia
Ankit Raj | 30 October 2025 | The Wire
The 105th Foundation Day celebrations of Jamia Millia Islamia university is mired in controversy. Several student organisations have released a joint statement voicing deep concerns regarding certain events planned during the six-day celebration from October 29 to November 3. They argue that these events contradict the university’s secular and inclusive values.
The most contentious issue is a music and dance performance titled “Akhand Bharat,” scheduled for November 1 at the Safdar Hashmi Amphitheatre and organised by the Jamia Music Club…