The Surdas Jayanti Kavi Sammelan Mathura is organized to celebrate the 548th birth anniversary of the legendary saint-poet Surdas Ji. This spiritual and literary Samaroh took place on Thursday, April 23, 2026, between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM. The event was held at the prestigious premises of the Braj Kala Kendra and Braj Sangeet Vidyapeeth, located at Masani Tiraha, Mathura. Established in 1962, the Braj Kala Kendra, in collaboration with Braj Sangeet Vidyapeeth, curated this Kavi Sammelan to honor the rich musical and poetic heritage of the Braj region. The gathering brought together devotees and literature enthusiasts under the theme of “Jai Shri Krishna,” reflecting the profound bhakti influence of Surdas Ji’s work. The organizers, including the leadership at Braj Kala Kendra and Braj Sangeet Vidyapeeth, Mathura, extended a warm invitation to the public to witness this commemorative session. This Samaroh serves as a vital effort to preserve

the classical art forms and poetic traditions that have defined Mathura’s cultural identity for decades.