The cultural programme commenced with the inauguration by Bipen Gupta, President of CII, and Shri R.K. Singh, General Secretary of REACH, along with other distinguished members, who lit the ceremonial lamp. Adnan Khan, a rising star in the music world, opened the cultural program with a captivating sitar performance, showcasing the classical tunes of Raga Rajeshree and concluding with a melodious Mishra Khamaj dhun. Adnan Khan, the son of renowned sitar maestro Ustad Saeed Khan, has performed at prestigious events across India and continues to mesmerize audiences with his dedication to music. Hindustani Classical Vocal by Sanjeev Abhyankar The second performance featured Sanjeev Abhyankar, a well-known artist of Mewati Gharana, presenting the soulful bandish in Raga Bhoop Kalyan, Bolan Lagi Batiyaan. Accompanied by harmonium artist Pandit Dharmanath Mishra, Sanjeev Abhyankar's singing transcended boundaries, attracting the younger generation to the world of Indian classical music. His illustrious career spanning over three decades has earned him numerous awards, including the National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer in 1999. He was born into a musical family, and his exceptional talent first surfaced at the tender age of three, when he effortlessly sang the songs his grandmother used to serenade him with. Recognizing his prodigious gift, his parents resolved to nurture it. His mother, Dr. Shobha Abhyankar, a talented singer in her own right, assumed the role of Sanjeev ji's first guru when he was just 8 years old. This marked the inception of Sanjeev's journey into the realm of music. Furthermore, Sanjeev ji commenced training under the tutelage of Pandit Gangadharbua Pimpalkhare, who also happened to be the guru of Sanjeev's mother. At the age of 11, he took the stage for the first time, stunning the audience with a two-hour performance. This remarkable debut earned him the moniker 'Wonder Boy' and reverberated throughout the nation.