Singing contestkicks off on amelodious note
The contest, which follows a hybrid model, will be conducted weekly in the online format, culminating in a grand offline finale in Lucknow in Nov. Over 60 talented contestants, including Lucknowites from across India and abroad, are competing in what promises to be a memorable musical journey. The inaugural episode was anchored by Rahul Pandey and Aiman Javed Farooqui. Singers Rashi Srivastava, Aman Azam, Neetu Srivastava, and Kumar Gaurav performed on the occasion.
"Music connects hearts across borders, and this contest is our way of keeping the soul of Lucknow alive in every corner of the world where our members reside," founder of LCWW Sunil Misra said.
Senior administrator Shoaib Quraishi said, "This platform not only celebrates musical talent but also strengthens the emotional bond that unites Lucknowites globally." Winners of the contest will be awarded cash prizes of over Rs 50,000.
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