The tableau of Jammu and Kashmir was one of main attractions of 77th Republic Day
Excelsior Correspondent
The tableau unfolded like a silken tapestry, presenting the region as a seamless cultural continuum where craftsmanship and performance merge into a single, luminous narrative. On one side, the tableau celebrated the splendour of traditional arts: the gleaming samavaar with intricate metal engraving; exquisitely woven Kani shawls rich with symbolic patterns; hand-knotted carpets rising from looms in geometric harmony; and finely carved walnut-wood artefacts marked by deep, delicate filigree.
Papier-mâché creations glow with vibrant colours, while Pahari miniature paintings-especially the expressive Basohli style-reflect refined aesthetics shaped by centuries of devotion. Together, these crafts stood as tribute to the artisans whose skill and patience sustain these living traditions.
Complementing this artistic legacy, saffron blossoms emerged as the soul of Kashmir purple
fields and crimson strands symbolising a timeless identity rooted in land, labour, and heritage. Each fragile filament carried within it the essence of sun, soil, and centuries of quiet splendour.
As the tableau transitioned, stillness gave way to rhythm and movement.
The harmonious fusion of rabab, santoor, and flute created a resonant soundscape, while performers in vibrant attire brought the space alive through folk dances. The graceful Rouf, the powerful Kud, and the spirited traditions of Pahari, Bhadarwahi, and Gojri dances reflected the cultural diversity, joy, and collective spirit of the region.
Together, handicrafts and folk dances converged into a living symphony-intricate yet fluid, ancient yet vibrant-capturing the enduring cultural spirit of Jammu & Kashmir.
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