8th Rajasthan Kabir Yatra to be held in Bikaner from October 1–5, 2025

The soulful rhythms of mystic poetry are returning to the desert. The 8th Rajasthan Kabir Yatra, India’s longest traveling folk music festival, will be held from October 1–5, 2025 in Bikaner and nearby villages including Kelan, Chhattargarh, Kalu, and Katariasar.

What to Expect
This year’s Yatra is a vibrant blend of:
- Kabir folk music, Sufi performances, and storytelling
- Artists like Kavita Seth, Kaluram Bamaniya, Kabir Café, Mooralala Marwada, and Vasu Dixit
- Community-hosted events in village settings, creating a living satsang—a space of devotion and reflection

Spirit of the Yatra
Organized by the Malang Folk Foundation, the Yatra celebrates the timeless wisdom of mystics like Kabir, Mira Bai, Bulleh Shah, Amir Khusrau, and Shah Latif. It’s not just a festival—it’s a movement of cultural revival, unity, and shared humanity.

Highlights by Day
- Oct 1 (Bikaner): Opening with *Santa Ra Awarna* and performances by Kavita Seth & Whirling Dervishes
- Oct 2 (Kelan): Qawwali night with Mir Razak Ali, Abdul Jabar, and more
- Oct 3 (Chhattargarh): Folk voices from the Saansi community
- Oct 4 (Kalu): Fusion and folk with Kabir Café and artists from Gujarat
- Oct 5 (Katariasar): Grand finale at the birthplace of Jasnath Ji

With over 250 yatris from India and abroad joining the caravan, each evening under the desert sky promises to be unforgettable.