Jagjit Singh Ji (1941–2011) remains one of the most influential voices in modern Indian music — a singer-composer who reshaped the ghazal for a new generation. Born Jagmohan Singh Dhiman, Jagjit Singh Ji brought poetry to the people by choosing verses that spoke plainly and composing melodies that highlighted the emotion and meaning behind every...
Category: Legacy
Music, Poetry & Purpose — Cultural Evenings That Changed Lives
HURT Foundation’s cultural calendar has always aimed for one simple outcome: transform attention into action. Our “Music, Poetry & Purpose” evenings bring together ghazal nights, Sufi soirees, and Hasya Kavi Sammelans — formats that entertain while creating openings for conversation about human dignity, education, and rehabilitation. Hasya Kavi Sammelans — comic-poetry gatherings led by stalwarts...
Esteemed Patrons & Performances — Voices That Lifted Our Cause
Across two decades HURT Foundation’s cultural programmes have attracted some of India’s finest vocalists and performers. These artists lent not only their talent but credibility — drawing attention, audiences, and partners to our causes. Talat Aziz, the celebrated ghazal singer, has been part of several high-profile musical evenings that married classical poetry with social purpose;...
When Ghazals Met Compassion: An Evening with Talat Aziz
On 8th February 2017, HURT Foundation was honoured to host ghazal maestro Talat Aziz for a special benefit concert that seamlessly united poetry, melody, and purpose. Talat Aziz is celebrated for bringing refined ghazals to contemporary audiences, and that evening was no exception. His warm baritone and thoughtful interpretations created an intimate setting where every...
A New Year of Hope: Milan Singh’s Musical Evening for Humanity
Milan Singh – 31 December 2009 Birla Matoshri Hall, New Marine Lines The New Year’s Eve concert on 31st December 2009 at Birla Matoshri Hall, New Marine Lines marked a deeply meaningful chapter in HURT Foundation’s cultural journey. Featuring Milan Singh, the evening blended classical depth with heartfelt purpose — reminding everyone present that music...
Music with Meaning: Jaswinder Singh’s Evening of Reflection and Giving
The concert on 24th November 2017 featuring Jaswinder Singh added a spiritually uplifting dimension to HURT Foundation’s cultural legacy. Known for devotional and soul-centered performances, Jaswinder Singh brought a calm yet powerful presence to the stage. His music encouraged reflection, gratitude, and empathy — values that align deeply with HURT Foundation’s humanitarian mission. This event...





