Maha All India Marwari Federation Marks Foundation Day with Seva Samman Awards and National Poets’ Meet in Kolkata

Blending social recognition with literary celebration, the Maha All India Marwari Federation commemorated its Foundation Day with a grand cultural programme at G.D. Birla Sabhagar on Thursday. The day-long event featured the Utkrisht Seva Samman Awards and a vibrant Rashtriya Kavi Sammelan, drawing an impressive gathering of dignitaries, community leaders and literature enthusiasts.

The programme commenced at 9:30 a.m., setting the tone for a celebration that underlined the Federation’s enduring commitment to social service, cultural preservation and national integration.

Honouring Excellence in Social Service

The Utkrisht Seva Samman Awards were conferred upon individuals who have made outstanding contributions to society through sustained service and leadership. The awards segment stood as a tribute to those whose work has strengthened community welfare and inspired collective progress.

Poetry Takes Centre Stage

A major highlight of the celebration was the Rashtriya Kavi Sammelan, which witnessed stirring performances by acclaimed poets from across the country. Renowned literary voices including Dr. Aditya Jain, Ajay Anjaam, Padmini Sharma, Keshar Deo Marwari, Parmanand Pandit, and Gaurav Chauhan enthralled the audience with thought-provoking verses, humour and socially relevant themes.

Their performances were met with prolonged applause, reaffirming poetry’s timeless role as a medium of expression and social reflection.

Leadership and Institutional Support

The event was organised under the leadership of Bhagwati Pd. Kedia (National President), Ratan Lal Agarwal (Working President), Adv. Kishan Kila (National General Secretary) and Dr. Suresh Agarwal (Vice President). The organisers acknowledged the efforts of convenors Shambhu Modi, J.P. Murarka, Mukesh Jindal and Kusum Modi for the smooth execution of the programme.

AU Small Finance Bank partnered with the event as the official Banking Partner, reflecting corporate support for cultural and community-driven initiatives.

A Celebration of Values and Culture

Speaking on the occasion, Federation representatives emphasised that the Foundation Day celebration was not merely ceremonial but a reaffirmation of values—service, culture and unity—that define the organisation’s mission.

The event concluded on a high note, leaving attendees with a renewed sense of cultural pride and social responsibility.