Early Times Report
JAMMU, Feb 3: Governor N.N. Vohra inaugurated an international theatre festival, "18th Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2016" at Abhinav Theatre Jammu here today. He was accompanied by Usha Vohra, First Lady. This festival has been organized by J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) with support from the National School of Drama (NSD). Renowned theatre personalities from America, Italy, Sri Lanka, Rwanda, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Kashmir and Jammu are taking part in this 6 days 'Bharat Rang Mahotsav', festival. The Governor and the First Lady also witnessed a multilingual play, "Dear Children, Sincerely" which was presented by artists from Sri Lanka and Rwanda. This play revolves around the theme of disconnection among successive generations. K.K. Raina, Film Maker, and Guest of the Honour; Mr. Lateef Khatana, Senior Faculty Member, NSD, in their addresses spoke about the journey of Bharat Rang Mahotsav and present scenario of theatre in the country and the State. Dr. Aziz Hajini, Secretary JK Academy of Art, Culture and Languages presented the Welcome Address while Ms. Mitali Gupta gave brief about the Play and presented a Vote of Thanks on the occasion.
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