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| President Pratibha Patil, Vohra eulogize brave Dogras, speak at length about Duggar identity | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 25: President Pratibha Devisingh Patil brought cheers on the face of audiences when she spoke at length about Dogras, praised Dogri folklore and had time permitted her, she would have given a detailed account of Dogra identity.
She was saying this while addressing a function organised to confer Dogra Rattan Awards to prominent personalities for their exceptional contributions in varied fields at General Zorawar Singh Auditorium, here this evening. She kept away from speaking the ritualistic India-Pakistan discourse and probably, for the first time kept the peace song specific for the occasion.
She said that of the many hues that make-up this most enchanting state and the nation, are Dogra people with their rich culture and language. President said that Dogri language has evolved over many years and enriched our literature and poetry.
She spoke about well established repertoire of poetry, fiction and drama, and a rich tradition of oral literature while explaining that colloquial touches and folklore are soul of some of its literature, which shows its close and active kinship with the practical life of people. While giving examples, President said that a number of beliefs, concerning every sphere of life are available in Dogri folklore.
She referred to Dogri saying on agricultural produce - "Barai magher daanen dadher", that is - if it rains in the eighth month, yield will be good while adding that this saying reflects closeness with nature and understanding of the various seasons as also their influence on agriculture. President explained that Dogras also recognize importance of a healthy body and, hence, the popular saying - Jinda ai taan jahan ai.
Making a mention of literary writing in Dogri, President said that it has been impressive and by 1969, Sahitya Akademi gave the language due recognition. He stressed that since then, a number of Dogri litterateurs have received awards from the Akademi while there has been exponential increase in the number of Dogri books being published. Of course in 2003, the Dogri language was included in the 8th Schedule of our constitution.
She spoke high of Dogri and said that it has added to India's cultural fabric. Dogri paintings are no less an achievement for the people of this region and earliest paintings originated in Basholi, said the president. "It was in 1675 that the Pahari School of painting came into being and Raja Kripal Pal of Basholi was first to patronize artistes regularly. These paintings from Basholi, Guler and Kangra regions are world famous and are displayed in art galleries around the world," added the President.
She stated that Dogri folk songs and music are very popular. President maintained that there have been many illustrious personalities, who have left an indelible mark and then, made a mention of Dr. Karan Singh, who had spoken before her.
Governor N.N.Vohra emphasized the need for preserving and effectively showcasing rich composite cultural heritage of Jammu region, particularly the miniature paintings of the Basohli School. Governor observed that Jammu region has produced many prominent personalities who have made outstanding contributions in the field of art, culture, literature, law, journalism and varied other fields.
He added that the Jammu region, popularly called the Duggar Desh, has remained an important catchment area for the Army and other Defence Services. It has, from World War I onwards, till today, produced a very large number of officers and men whose valour has brought laurels to the State and the country.
In this context, he mentioned the valour of Brig. Rajinder Singh in October 1947 and, more recently of Capt. Bana Singh, and other gallant officers and men, who made commendable contributions in maintaining the territorial integrity of the country. He said that the supreme sacrifices made by Dogra soldiers for the past over a century are known to all of us, but not always remembered.
Referring to Dr. Karan Singh, Chairman, and Indian Council for Cultural Relations, the Governor said that among the Dogras, he is truly an iconic personality whose learning and scholarship are well known to the country. Chairman, Indian Council for Cultural Relations, Dr. Karan Singh, threw light on the contribution of Dogra warriors and others in several other fields for the cause of the state and the nation as well.
He said that Jammu and Kashmir has a glorious composite cultural heritage which needs to be preserved and promoted in a big way. In his welcome address, Convener of the Council for Promotion of Dogri Language, Culture and History, Prof. Bhim Singh, spoke about the aims and objectives of instituting the Dogra Ratan Awards. Chairman, Awards Selection Committee, Prof. M. R. Puri presented a Vote of Thanks.
The awardees included Prof. Nilamber Dev Sharma, Dhan Raj Badgotra, Rangil Singh, Heera Lal Verma, Prof. Reeta Jatinder, Sohail Kazmi, Jagdish Singh Jamwal and Satpal Sahni (posthumously). Awards instituted by the Council for Promotion of Dogri Language, Culture and History comprise of a shawl, citation and memento. Among those present on the occasion were Ministers, MPs, Legislators, prominent personalities, writers, academicians, intellectuals and a large number of people. |
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