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Prayagraj's Heritage: Stories, Sports, and Stars Converge
20 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Event celebrated Prayagraj's rich cultural and intellectual legacy.
- Eminent lawyer shared lesser-known anecdotes of city's famous personalities.
- Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif spoke about his journey from local streets.
Day two of 'Bazm-e-Virasat' in Prayagraj offered a rich cultural experience, seamlessly blending history, literature, and sport. The event celebrated the city's profound intellectual and cultural legacy through engaging sessions. Discussions featured compelling anecdotes about iconic personalities, offering fresh perspectives on Prayagraj's heritage.
A key session paid tribute to the city's intellectual figures, with a lawyer sharing lesser-known stories about celebrated advocates, poets, and literary giants. This was followed by an evocative storytelling session drawing from both imagination and memory, reflecting on the city's unique 'Ganga Jamuni tehzeeb'.
Cricket took center stage with former Indian player Mohammad Kaif joining other cricketing figures to share personal experiences. Kaif emphasized that true talent develops from grassroots beginnings, drawing parallels between his journey from Prayagraj's streets to international fame.
