A grand cultural gathering is set to illuminate Madhya Pradesh as part of the ongoing Itarsi Utsav Mela, featuring the prestigious Virat Akhil Bharatiya Kavi Sammelan in Itarsi. This elite Samaroh will bring a highly anticipated evening of poetic brilliance, uniting the nation’s finest literary minds on a single platform. The congregation promises a dynamic presentation of diverse poetic forms, blending soul-stirring melodies (Geet-Gajal), roaring satire (Hasya-Vyangya), and patriotic zeal (Veer Ras). The event is meticulously structured under the expert Sanchalan and organization of Brijkishor Patel (Hasya-Vyangya, Itarsi). Audiences will be treated to exceptional live performances by a stellar lineup of invited artists, headlined by the renowned lyricist Dharmendra Solanki (Bhopal) and the sharp satirist Dinesh Dehati (Hasya-Vyangya, Balaghat). Joining them on stage are the celebrated poetess Sarita Saroj (Geet-Gajal, Nagpur), the powerful patriotic voice of Vijay Wasad (Veer Ras, Samastipur, Bihar), acclaimed humorist Mukesh Sahitya (Hasya Kavi, Timarni), and the witty Sunil Nanha (Hasya-Vyangya, Katni). The entire program is brought to fruition by the dedicated management panel of the Itarsi Utsav Mela (M.P.), who serve as the primary requesters and hosts for this cultural celebration. The organizing committee cordially extends a warm invitation to all families, literary scholars, and local

citizens of the region to attend and experience this magnificent evening of traditional Hindi literature.

• Date: 29 May 2026 (Friday)
• Time: Night 8:00 PM onwards
• Venue: Mela Ground (Lal Maidan), Suraj Ganj, Itarsi (M.P.)