Sufi Festival in Ajmer from 24 Feb. 2009

To spread the message of harmony and brotherhood, a Sufi festival is being organized for the first time at the dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer from February 24. The festival will have more that 400 participants showcasing their painting and calligraphy skills based on Islam. The theme would highlight moderate Islam that does not discriminate one person from another.
Briefing the media about the purpose of the festival, Dr Janmadulla Hussein Chishti, convenor of the festival, said: "It is a dying art. Through calligraphy, painters want to describe Sufism. The art will show how one can love the almighty." He added, "Sufi paintings show how a devotee can go into a trans leaving everything behind. It gives out the message of love."