One of the most fascinating events of the 4th Made in Gujranwala Industrial Exhibition is Mehfil-e-Samma

Different Qawals showing performance at Mehfil - e - Shamma

As the title signifies, it pertains to the singing of the divine verses by a spirited performer or Qawal in a rhythmic manner. People including both young men, women and children from all strata of society enthusiastically took part in the exclusive event which took place on 23rd March 2004. Sher Mian Dad, a well known and versatile Qawal of Pakistan who has performed many times on PTV, amused and entertained the audience by his rapturous, inspiring and spell binding performance. He displayed a perfect coordination between the words and body gestures and threw the audience into an ecstatic state. It is said that nearly 23000 people enjoyed the splendid show to the maximum which is a clear indication of the successful holding of the 4th Made in Gujranwla Industrial Exhibition. Senior Vice President GCCI, Sheikh Muhammad Ali, acted as chief guest at the function which started at 10.30 P.M. on 23rd March continued up to 3 A.M. till the next day.