On the occasion of Sri Krishna Janamashtami, The Braj Foundation brought together Sufi tradition and classical Indian dance to highlight the real truth behind Krishna's legend - of love that knows no barriers. The programme which was held at the Sai Auditorium New Delhi on the 22nd of August also marked the third year of its inception and showcased the accomplishments of The Foundation in its multifaceted journey towards developing Braj as a model rural society.

The celebrations were an embodiment of the restoration and revival effort of The Foundation which were presented to a distinguished audience through an Audio Visual show. Highlight of the evening was a rare rendition of Krishna bhajans by Sufi Quawwals - The Nizami Brothers. Krishna has often been symbolized as the romantic embodiment of divine existence and not century but also in Urdu poetry. Poets like Nazir Akbarabadi and Taz Begum took pride in proclaiming themselves as Krishna Bhakts, continuing the tradition from Ras Khan (the famous Brij Bhasha poet) to Hasrat Mohani. This tradition of unabashed love towards Krishna was brought to life by the Nizami Brothers. Their performance included a four hundred year old composition in Raga Kirwani, "Tore Bina Mohe Chain Nahin Brij ke Nandlala" composed by Hazir Ali Hussain Sahab of the Khurja Gharana. The performance exemplified the truly secular character of their love towards God because it is identified not with religion but with devotion, raising their renditions to mystical heights. They are a part of the rich composite culture of Braj, bringing diverse religious and regional identities together.