Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Apr 27: ‘Hymns and Harmony’, an international poetry movement for peace across Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh, culminated here today.
The event brought together fifty young voices reciting original sonnets, English ghazals and lyrical verses on the theme of peace.
Mentored by acclaimed author Geetika Kohli Amla, the founder of H & H, the students delivered evocative performances with the idea of harmony in the conflict-affected region.
The event was graced by Dr. Harvinder Kour, Secretary, J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages, who emphasized the transformative power of poetry as a medium for dialogue, healing and unity.
Sunaina Mehta, HoD Revenue Training Institute, commended the initiative for its vision and impact, noting that such platforms are essential in cultivating empathy and resilience among the youth.
Distinguished guests present on the occasion were Rajesh Rathore, Director, British International School; Kunal Anand, Principal DPS Udhampur; Manjari Sehgal, Principal Stephens International Public School and Surinder Pathania, Springdales School.
Special invitees—Rajat Vohra and RJ Sarang Vaid also spoke on the occasion.
Geetika Kohli recited an English ghazal urging stakeholders across sectors to come together in a collective effort to foster lasting peace through creative engagement.
All participating students were awarded certificates in recognition of their excellence. Special honour was conferred upon young achievers Mrinmay Mehta, Pariyat Seth, Akshat Mengi, Anshika Gupta, Ajay Mahajan and Jiniya Gupta.
The guests also felicitated Anmol Amla, Director of Heritage Strings–School of Rock and an eminent musician for his significant contribution to music. The event was hosted by Pariyat Seth.
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