Yemberzal Foundation stages Kashmiri play ‘Sath Te Satisar’

Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather felicitating the members of Yemberzal Foundation in Jammu.
Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather felicitating the members of Yemberzal Foundation in Jammu.

Excelsior Correspondent

JAMMU, Nov 8: A Kashmiri cine-theatrical production titled “Sath Te Satisar” was staged by the Yemberzal Foundation (Regd) here today.
The play was presented by the Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL).

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Speaker Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather was the chief guest on the occasion.
The play was written by Prof Farooq Fayaz and directed by Bihari Kak’
In his address, Abdul Rahim Rather lauded the efforts of the JKAACL and the Yemberzal Foundation for bringing forth such a meaningful and culturally rooted presentation.
He appreciated the team for highlighting the glorious spiritual, social and cultural traditions of Kashmir through a creative and thought-provoking medium.
Earlier, in his welcome address, Director Bihari Kak spoke about the concept and creative vision behind “Sath Te Satisar”, describing it as a symbolic journey from the mythological formation of the Valley to its evolving social and cultural identity.
He said the production is an ode to the resilience, harmony, and undying hope of the Kashmiri people.
The chief guest felicitated the Yemberzal Foundation team with a memento in the presence of Dr Javaid Rahi, Divisional Head, JKAACL and Anil Tickoo, Assistant Cultural Officer, JKAACL.
The play “Sath Te Satisar” draws inspiration from the legendary tale of Satisar, the mythical water body that once covered the present-day Kashmir Valley.
The production skillfully weaves together the geological, historical and spiritual journey of the land, revisiting eras of glory, spirituality and turbulence.
It highlights the teachings of Rishi Kashap, Adi Shankaracharya, Sufi Saints and other luminaries who shaped the ethos of the Valley, while reflecting on periods of intellectual and cultural renaissance, including the reign of Zain-ul-Abidin (Budshah).
Among others who performed in the play included Kamal Razdan, King C Bharti, Ajay Waguzari, Pammi Zutshi, Ashok Zalpuri, Suman Pandita, Rahul Pandita, Vinay Pandita, Rani Bhan, Ashok Kalloo, Bharti Zaroo, Ashik Zaifrani and Manoj Jad.
Dr Javaid Rahi presented the vote of thanks.