A Mela That Reaches Millions
The physical gathering at the Annual Mela draws hundreds of thousands to Nakodar. But the digital echo of that gathering reaches millions more. Recordings of Gurdas Maan's performances, the qawwali nights, the Uras ceremonies — shared on YouTube and social media platforms — have accumulated tens of millions of views over the years, spreading the name and grace of Baba Murad Shah Ji to corners of the world that its physical presence could never reach.
The Most-Watched Recordings
Among the most-viewed devotional videos associated with Nakodar are recordings of Gurdas Maan's mela performances from various years — each capturing a different moment in the long tradition of devotion. Similarly, recordings of Karamat Ali's qawwali nights and of Master Saleem's Uras performances have accumulated large audiences. The comments sections of these videos are filled with messages from diaspora devotees in the UK, Canada, USA, and UAE.
"I play this recording every August on the night of the mela. Even from Sydney, it feels like I am there." — YouTube comment, a devotee from Australia
The Video Gallery on This Website
The Video Gallery on this website brings together the most significant recordings of mela events, qawwali performances, Uras ceremonies, and darbaar footage in one place. We have curated a selection that represents the full range of devotional expression at Nakodar — from the grand spectacle of the main stage to intimate devotional moments.
Audio Recordings
Beyond video, audio recordings of qawwali from Nakodar are available on the Audio page. These recordings — some stretching back decades — capture the qawwali tradition at the mela in its full form, including extended performances that would not be possible in a concert setting.
Sharing as Seva
In the digital age, sharing devotional content is understood by many devotees as a form of seva — an act of service that extends the reach of the darbaar's grace. When a devotee in Birmingham shares a Nakodar qawwali recording with their family in Ludhiana, or when a young person discovers the mela recordings for the first time on YouTube, the living chain of devotion extends another link.
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