x

Like our Facebook Page

   
Early Times Newspaper Jammu, Leading Newspaper Jammu
 
Breaking News :   Forces thwart Pak’s Hamas-style attack on Jammu | In Pak terrorists are given state funerals: Foreign Secretary | Terror nexus exposed: Al-Qaeda backs Pak | Jammu mosques, madrassas open for displaced border residents | Amid cross border shelling, CM Omar reviews situation in border districts | Breeding Ground for fidayeen, links to Hamas, stockpiled NATO arms | PM meets secretaries, stresses on alertness | Masood Azhar’s brother killed: BJP | LG Sinha chairs high-level meeting, reviews preparedness | Army uses Harpy drones to target enemy air defence systems | Pak attempts to attack 15 places in North, Western India foiled | 100 terrorists, aides killed in strikes: Rajnath at All-Party Meeting | SDRF conducts Mock Drill Exercise at IIT Jammu | Developed India strikes back at provocateurs by entering their hideouts: CM Yogi | Cash Row: CJI recommends impeachment of Justice Yashwant Varma, says sources | Amit terms AI as biggest disruptive tech of 21st Century in MZU National Workshop | Salman Sagar appointed as vice provincial president of JKNC | SET exam in J&K, Ladakh UTs postponed | ASCOMS & Hospital to provide free treatment to border shelling victims | Rs 300 crore BrahMos Missile Unit set to be inaugurated in Lucknow on May 11 | Any military attack on India will be met with very firm response: EAM Jaishankar | Vivek Bali Expresses Deep Grief Over Loss of Lives in Poonch Due to Pakistan Shelling | Reasi police foil illegal transportation of Khair logs in Katra area | 84 Bn CRPF Provides Relief to Flood-Affected Families | DC Jammu Reviews Zonal Master Plan for Ramnagar Eco-Sensitive Zone | Horticulture Department Kathua organises exposure visit | DC conducts on site inspection of restoration works on NH-44 | Power shut down in several areas | GMC Doda organises Blood Donation Camp | HPS participates in annual “Save Water, Save Birds” campaign | World Red Cross Day observed at Udhampur | Reasi Administration celebrates World Red Cross Day | ACR reviews implementation of E-Waste Management Action Plan | Poonch Administration steps up restoration of Essential Services, Supplies | Arushi Kotwal of Doda Honoured by Union Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya | Mini-Super Bazar M-PACS Maitra inaugurated in Ramban | DC Reasi felicitates JK Board Class 10th 12th Toppers | Back Issues  
 
news details
Symphony of hope
2/16/2024 11:37:55 PM

The vibrant melodies of folk music wafting through the Abhinav Theatre in Jammu are more than just entertainment; they are a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of Jammu and Kashmir.
With the inauguration of the two-day cultural festival “New J&K-New Hope” by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, the stage was set to celebrate the Union Territory’s rich musical heritage and folk art legacy, offering a glimpse into its soul and fostering hope for a brighter future.
Jammu and Kashmir is not just a geographical entity; it is a tapestry woven with threads of diverse cultures, traditions, and languages. This unique confluence breeds artistic expression that resonates with both its local communities and the wider world.
From the soulful ballads of the Chenab Valley to the energetic dances of each region contributes its unique flavor to the grand symphony of J&K’s culture.
This festival serves as a platform to showcase this vibrant diversity. With 450 artists participating from different corners of the Union Territory, “New J&K-New Hope” promises a kaleidoscope of performances, each one a window into the lives and stories of the people. The rhythmic thump of the dhol, the graceful movements of the bhangra, the poignant poetry recited in local dialects – these are not just artistic expressions, but expressions of identity, history, and a shared narrative.
But the significance of this festival goes beyond mere celebration. It represents a crucial step towards fostering unity and understanding within the diverse communities of J&K. In a land that has witnessed its share of turmoil, cultural exchange acts as a potent force for healing and reconciliation.
As artists from different backgrounds come together to share their talents, they bridge divides and build bridges of empathy and respect.
Lieutenant Governor Sinha’s words at the inauguration resonate deeply: “Jammu and Kashmir is the confluence of art, literature, wisdom and culture... This land is blessed with extremely talented people who have united the society and made tremendous contributions in national integration through their art.”
By nurturing and promoting this artistic heritage, the administration acknowledges the vital role artists play in shaping the future of J&K.
Furthermore, the festival serves as a springboard for young and budding artists. The participation of these future torchbearers ensures that the cultural legacy of J&K continues to evolve and thrive.
  Share This News with Your Friends on Social Network  
  Comment on this Story  
 
 
 
Early Times Android App
STOCK UPDATE
  
BSE Sensex
NSE Nifty
 
CRICKET UPDATE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
Home About Us Top Stories Local News National News Sports News Opinion Editorial ET Cetra Advertise with Us ET E-paper
 
 
J&K RELATED WEBSITES
J&K Govt. Official website
Jammu Kashmir Tourism
JKTDC
Mata Vaishnodevi Shrine Board
Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board
Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board
UTILITY
Train Enquiry
IRCTC
Matavaishnodevi
BSNL
Jammu Kashmir Bank
State Bank of India
PUBLIC INTEREST
Passport Department
Income Tax Department
JK CAMPA
JK GAD
IT Education
Web Site Design Services
EDUCATION
Jammu University
Jammu University Results
JKBOSE
Kashmir University
IGNOU Jammu Center
SMVDU