Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 28: Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) organised a cultural evening under Jashn-e-Dogra-Virasat programme here at Mubarak Mandi on Saturday.
As per a statement, the main highlight of the event organised in collaboration with the Directorate of Tourism, Jammu and Mubarak Mandi Jammu Heritage Society (MMJHS), was traditional Dogri songs by Kuldeep Majotra and party, a celebrated group of the region. This was followed by Dogri dances presented by Happy Gupta and Party. Both the programmes mesmerized the audience.
Meanwhile Dilshad Ahmed (Shazi) kept the audience engrossed with his satirical art of anchoring.
“The programmes organised under the Jashn-e-Dogra-Virasat are aimed at reviving the rich and vanishing vernacular culture of Jammu region,” said Bharat Singh, Secretary, JKAACL.
He said the youth of the region were highly encouraged to participate in these programmes to witness the grandeur of the regional heritage.
“The cultural academy’s effort in promoting the cultural sensitivities is receiving round of appreciation from the art and culture connoisseurs of the region,” he added.
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