Baba Farid Annual Award: Jalandhar Announces List of Honourees

The organising committee of the Baba Farid Annual Award in Jalandhar issued an official statement today, revealing the roster of personalities chosen for this year’s award. The list comprises individuals who have made notable contributions in fields associated with the legacy of the revered Sufi saint, including religious scholarship, cultural promotion, and community service. Organisers said the award seeks to honour those who embody Baba Farid’s values of humility, devotion and social harmony. While the detailed biographies of the awardees will be published in the forthcoming ceremony brochure, the announcement marks the first step toward the annual event scheduled later this year. The committee invited media and the public to attend the award ceremony, which will be held in Jalandhar under the patronage of local cultural bodies.

The Baba Farid Annual Award, instituted by a regional cultural trust, has become a recognised platform for acknowledging contributions that preserve the spiritual and cultural heritage of Punjab. This year’s selection reflects a diverse cross‑section of scholars, artists and social workers, underscoring the award’s inclusive criteria. The organisers emphasized that the award aims to inspire younger generations to engage with the teachings of Baba Farid.

Further details, including the exact date and venue of the ceremony, will be communicated by the committee in the coming weeks.