Hanuman Chants, Youth Connect

by SAH Staff Reporter April 19, 2026

By SAH Staff Reporter April 19, 2026 0 comments 2 minutes read

Courtesy: Sounds of Hanuman

A youth-driven spiritual initiative, Sounds of Hanuman, made its debut in New Delhi on Saturday, drawing participants from across India for an evening that fused devotional traditions with contemporary music and dialogue.

Billed as the first chapter of a larger movement, the event brought together children, young audiences and spiritual practitioners in a format organizers said was designed to make faith more accessible to a new generation.

The program opened with a performance by the Bhairavnath Damru Mandal, whose rhythmic presentation set a devotional tone for the evening. This was followed by a panel discussion featuring speakers from spiritual, literary and public service backgrounds, who reflected on the relevance of Lord Hanuman’s teachings in modern life.

Panelists, including Vedic astrologer Bhawna Upadhyay, author T. Anand Mahesh, former IAS officer Jyoti Kalash, spiritual guide Kapil Ji Pujari, and Religion World founder Bhavya Srivastava, spoke about themes such as discipline, resilience and inner strength. The discussion was moderated by Sonal Talwar, co-founder of RTIST91, which conceptualized the initiative.

A key message emerging from the discussion was the idea of Hanuman as a symbol of human potential rather than mythology alone, with speakers urging young people to internalize values associated with the deity.

Musical performances formed a major part of the evening, with Guldar Band and the Sounds of Hanuman Live Band presenting a blend of traditional devotional music and modern arrangements. The performances incorporated elements such as damru rhythms and choral singing, creating what attendees described as an immersive experience.

One of the defining moments came when children and young participants joined performers on stage to sing the Hanuman Chalisa and Shiv Tandav Stotra, turning the segment into a collective recital that resonated across the venue.

Organizers said the turnout included attendees from multiple states, underscoring what they described as growing interest in alternative, community-based expressions of spirituality.

The event was supported by several partners, including REDTAPE as presenting partner, with contributions from brands across audio, media and hospitality segments.

Speaking on the initiative, Sonal Talwar said the platform aims to move beyond ritualistic practice and encourage engagement with spirituality through music and dialogue. “Even if a small percentage of people connect meaningfully, the effort is worthwhile,” she said.

With its Delhi debut drawing significant participation, organizers indicated plans to expand Sounds of Hanuman to other cities, positioning it as an evolving spiritual-cultural platform centered on youth engagement.