Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. JAMMU: Dogra Sewa Sambhal Trust organised its annual “Baisakhi Milan” program in Gangyal, Jammu, with great enthusiasm and cultural fervor. The event featured a vibrant and energetic performance of Raas-Dandiya and Garba by the Sundaram Cultural Group from Gujarat, which captivated the audience and created a festive atmosphere throughout the venue.
The program was graced by BJP Jammu & Kashmir General Secretary and former Deputy Mayor of Jammu, Baldev Singh Billawaria, and MLA from Kishtwar, Shagun Parihar, as special guests. Trust President Rajiv Sharma welcomed all dignitaries and guests present on the occasion.Extending Baisakhi greetings to the gathering, Baldev Singh Billawaria described the festival as a symbol of the region’s rich cultural heritage and traditions. He expressed concern that in the present times, people are gradually drifting away from their cultural roots and values.
He emphasized that such events play a crucial role in preserving cultural identity and connecting the younger generation with their traditions, customs, and historical heritage, thereby strengthening cultural awareness.Kishtwar MLA Shagun Parihar, in her address, appreciated the efforts of the Dogra Sewa Sambhal Trust in organizing the “Baisakhi Milan” event. She said that such initiatives promote unity, harmony, and cultural integration in society.
Commending the performance of the Gujarat-based artists, she highlighted that such cultural exchanges strongly reflect the spirit of “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat,” in alignment with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She added that such events help bridge different states and celebrate India’s cultural diversity in a unified form.Trust President Rajiv Sharma stated that the primary objective of the Dogra Sewa Sambhal Trust is to preserve cultural heritage, reconnect the younger generation with their roots, and promote harmony among diverse cultural traditions across states.
He added that events like “Baisakhi Milan” play an important role in strengthening social unity and enhancing cultural awareness. He also shared details of various social and cultural activities undertaken by the Trust.The event was smoothly and successfully conducted by Trust member Ajay Pratap Singh. Prominent members of the Trust, including Ajit Padwal, Ranjeet Singh, Kuldeep Gupta, Rajinder Singh Chib, Sohan Katal, Vikram Charak, Surinder Singh, Rakesh Sangral, Punjab Singh, Sunil Sharma, along with a large number of locals were present on the occasion.
