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H.H. Nawab Raunaq Yar Khan

The IX Nizam of Asaf Jahi Dynasty of Hyderabad

Raunaq Yar Khan Hosts Sankranti Promoting Hindu–Muslim Unity

Raunaq Yar Khan’s Sankranti celebrations highlighted cultural harmony, Hindu–Muslim unity, traditional rituals, folk performances, and shared values of brotherhood.

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Raunaq Yar Khan, the 9th Nizam of Hyderabad, hosted traditional Sankranti celebrations that emphasized Hindu–Muslim unity and social harmony. The event was organized in a culturally authentic manner, reflecting shared values of gratitude, abundance, and togetherness. The venue was decorated with traditional rangoli designs, a Bhogi campfire, and rituals including the worship of the Sun god. Cultural performances such as folk dances, Haridasu devotional songs, and Gangireddulu acts added to the festive atmosphere. Kite flying and the recitation of Vedic peace hymns further reinforced the spirit of goodwill and harmony. Guests were treated to a grand feast featuring sweet pongal and other traditional Sankranti delicacies. Raunaq Yar Khan highlighted the festival’s deeper meaning of sharing and thankfulness. He emphasized that celebrating across faiths strengthens unity, mutual respect, and brotherhood in the nation.

Raunaq Yar Khan, the 9th Nizam of Hyderabad, organised traditional Sankranti celebrations promoting Hindu–Muslim unity. Festivities included rangoli, Bhogi campfire, folk dances, devotional songs, kite flying, and a grand feast, highlighting gratitude, brotherhood, and cultural harmony.

Sankranti celebrations marking the spirit of Hindu–Muslim unity and goodwill were organised in a traditional manner by Raunaq Yar Khan, the 9th Nizam of the Asaf Jahi Dynasty and Custodian of the Estates here on Tuesday.

The venue was transformed into a vibrant Sankranti landscape with traditional rangoli designs, Bhogi campfire, and worship of the Sun god. In addition, there were folk dances, Haridasu devotional songs, Gangireddulu performances, kite flying, Vedic peace hymns, and a grand feast, including sweet pongal and other traditional delicacies.

Raunaq Yar Khan said Sankranti is a festival that celebrates gratitude, abundance, and sharing. “By celebrating it together across faiths, we reaffirm that unity, mutual respect, and brotherhood are the true strengths of our nation.”

This article was originally published on Telangana Today.

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