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Veshow Festival a Vibrant Platform for Ideas, Creativity, Cultural Dialogue, Says LG Sinha in Kulgam

 

Calls for Veshow Archive, Mobile Libraries, Writers’ Residencies to Preserve Kashmir’s Rich Cultural Heritage

Kulgam, Nov 11 : Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday inaugurated the Veshow Festival in Kulgam, describing it as a vibrant platform for ideas, creativity and cultural dialogue.

Highlighting the cultural and literary significance of the festival, the Lieutenant Governor said it was rooted in the timeless Rishi-Sufi legacy of Jammu and Kashmir and celebrated the region’s rich traditions of literature, art, heritage and handicrafts.

Speaking on the occasion, LG Sinha proposed several initiatives to preserve and promote the region’s cultural legacy, including the creation of a dedicated Veshow Archive, multilingual translations, mobile libraries, writers’ residencies and youth-led cultural podcasts.

He emphasised the need to document the region’s rich heritage and provide wider platforms for literary and cultural expression, particularly among the younger generation.

The Lieutenant Governor’s suggestions aim to strengthen cultural preservation while connecting the region’s literary traditions with contemporary platforms and emerging creative talent. (KNC)

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