About Us
About Atulya Bhartiya Sanskritik Sansthan
Where heritage finds its voice, and culture finds its home.
Founded on 16 February 2022 and registered as a non-profit cultural trust in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, ABSS (अतुल्य भारतीय) exists for one purpose: the Promotion and preservation of indigenous culture and fine arts — dance, music, drama, and film — with teaching, training and promotion open to all sections of society without discrimination, alongside the welfare of society and nation.
Founder & President
Faizan Ilahi
Sufi Singer & Emerging Ghazal Maestro
Faizan Ilahi is a well-established Sufi singer and emerging Ghazal maestro who has captivated audiences with his soulful performances for over ten years. He holds a graduation in Indian Classical Music and a Senior Diploma in Tabla, and trained in Hindustani Classical Music under the esteemed guidance of Ustad Mohsin Ali Khan Sb. of the Bhindi Bazar Muradabad Gharana. He continues his classical vocal training under Pt. Pradyuman Saxena of the Agra Gharana.
Beyond his musical prowess, Faizan is a dedicated cultural leader — founder of the Sufi, Folk & Traditional Music Club at the Cultural Education Centre (CEC), AMU, Aligarh, and former General Secretary & Music Advisor at the same institution. He is a true cultural bridge-builder, having worked as Programme Director at the Raag Mantra Music Foundation, Delhi, and as Programme Coordinator at the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Delhi — experience that spans managing both government and non-government events up to the ministry level.
His performances have graced prestigious stages including the National School of Drama, Vigyan Bhawan, Sri Ram Centre, Ghalib Academy, India Islamic Culture Centre, Taj Mahotsav Agra, Bazm-e-Adab, the Kennedy Auditorium of AMU, and Ansari Auditorium at JMI Delhi, as well as universities including Jawaharlal Nehru University, Aligarh Muslim University, Jamia Millia Islamia and Delhi University — representing Indian culture on both national and global stages.
Part of the core team that created the World's Largest Envelope — a Guinness World Records achievement.
Gold Medalist in Individual File Tent Pegging at the National Equestrian Championship.
Who We Are
A Home for India's Living Traditions
Atulya Bhartiya Sanskritik Sansthan (ABSS) is a prominent modern fine arts institute that especially deals with the performing arts — dance, music, drama, film and more — offering programmes that help young artists define their careers in the respective industry at an international level. Our goal is to introduce a unique and innovative approach to fine arts education in India.
Through its broad network of collaborators, ABSS promotes cross-cultural dialogue and exchange, particularly between modern and more traditional styles of fine arts. We believe in the power of the arts to bridge linguistic, economic, cultural and intellectual divides, and we work toward a local-to-global arts community in constant cooperation and learning.
ABSS views fine arts education as a holistic learning experience, producing well-rounded students with a strong sense of professionalism and a profound awareness of the diversity in the arts. As the oldest civilization in the world, India is treasured with rich traditions of music and art — many on the verge of extinction through past neglect. It is vital to familiarize the new generation with this rare national treasure and awaken their national self-respect.
“Celebrating & Preserving India's Cultural Heritage.”
What We Do
Five art forms, one mission — preserving India's cultural heritage for every section of society.
Preserving India's classical, Sufi and folk music traditions through festivals, live performances and mentorship that connects established artists with emerging voices.
Keeping classical and folk dance forms alive as living traditions, with platforms and training that pass regional movement vocabularies to the next generation.
Staging theatre — from mythological narratives to contemporary works — in partnership with academic drama clubs and cultural institutions.
Supporting documentary and creative film projects that carry India's cultural stories to wider audiences, on stage and online.
Providing teaching, training and promotion of these art forms to all sections of society, without discrimination, so that access to the arts is never a privilege.
Recognition & Affiliations
Recognized by, and working alongside, respected cultural and educational institutions.
Legal & Registration
A registered non-profit trust, fully compliant and transparent about its standing.
Founded
16 February 2022
Registration No.
IV-43/2022
NITI Aayog ID
UP/2022/0313418
PAN
AAJTA0698K
Tax Status
12AA & 80G Registered
Donations to ABSS are eligible for tax exemption under Section 80G. Latest and preceding year ITRs are available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most about ABSS.