Mehfil e Macham | Ancestry Archival

As part of our Ancestry Archival initiative, we present this rare Kaeshir Chakkir Mehfil documentation connected with the spiritual lineage of Hazrat Faqir Qalander Abdul Ghani Shah (R.A) of Khanan Kangan, who served as the Mir-e-Majlis of this gathering. These recordings carry immense historical and cultural significance, offering insight into the devotional atmosphere and musical depth that have shaped Kashmir’s sacred artistic traditions.

The Mehfil showcased here took place during the Urs of Hazrat Ahmad Shah Macham Sirhandi and features the revered Ustad Gh. Nabi Misger, a distinguished voice within the CHAKKIR singing tradition. His soulful renditions capture the spiritual gravitas, melodic precision, and Sufi temperament characteristic of Kashmir’s classical devotional circles.

These clips were recorded approximately 25 years ago at the residence of Gh. Nabi Sofi, a devoted disciple of Hazrat Faqir Qalander Abdul Ghani Shah (R.A), in Rainawari, Srinagar. Carefully preserved through personal custodianship and community memory, this material represents a precious window into a tradition rarely documented with such authenticity.

Through this archival release, Kath of Kasheer seeks to support the preservation, study, and transmission of Kashmir’s intangible cultural heritage. We invite viewers, researchers, and cultural custodians to engage with this documentation and join us in safeguarding these timeless legacies for future generations.