Swarchan event started with a morning performance by vocalist Pt Kumar Mardur from Dharwad tradition. He performed compositions in Raag Miyan ki Todi and Raag Kirwani, including renditions dedicated to Lord Shiva, Kabir bhajan, and a Meerabai bhajan. He was accompanied by Prof Pravin Uddhav on tabla and Mohit Sahani on harmonium.