CHENNAI IN SAHITYOTSAV MOOD
Chennai : The national gathering began with a Qabr Ziyarat at the dargahs of Moosa Sha Qadiri and Moti Baba in Chennai, led by C. P. Ubaidulla Saqafi, President of SSF India. The National Sahityotsav flag was subsequently hoisted by Mansoor Haji, marking the formal opening of the national event. A special “Hijra Expedition” presentation is scheduled at MMA Hall, Egmore, presenting a visual journey through the historic routes associated with the Hijrah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The presentation brings together research, historical locations and visual documentation to explore the significance of the journey. With participants arriving from 26 states, Chennai is now at the centre of a nationwide celebration of literature, language, knowledge and artistic expression. Competitions across 103 events will bring together young talents who have progressed through the different stages of Sahityotsav.