Srinagar Heritage Festival 'Soun Meeraas' Kicks Off to Honor Kashmir's Cultural Richness
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Synopsis
The 'Soun Meeraas' festival in Srinagar celebrates the region's rich cultural heritage through live exhibitions, competitions, and cultural performances. Organized by the district administration with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts, the event aims to preserve Kashmir's traditions and promote community bonding.
Key Takeaways
- Initiative to promote local cultural heritage.
- Features competitions in painting and calligraphy.
- Activities include traditional attire parades and Shikara events.
- Collaborative effort with Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts.
- Encourages community participation.
Srinagar, Feb 25 (NationPress) The Srinagar Heritage Festival 'Soun Meeraas', a project initiated by the district administration, is set to commence, shining a spotlight on the cultural richness, local traditions, heritage, and art of Srinagar through engaging live exhibitions and demonstrations.
The festival was inaugurated by Srinagar Deputy Commissioner Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat at the Jhelum River Front, featuring a painting and calligraphy competition that showcases the vibrant culture and traditions of the Kashmir Valley.
Taking place from February 25 to February 28, this event is organized by the Srinagar district administration in partnership with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts, with the goal of preserving the essence of Kashmir’s cultural legacy and traditional practices for generations to come.
According to the Srinagar DC, the 'Soun Meeraas' festival promises to be a dynamic gathering, featuring a variety of activities such as live demonstrations of traditional markets, winter preparations, a traditional attire parade, painting contests, Shikara events, folktales, and cultural performances, all aimed at providing the current generation with an opportunity to connect with their cultural roots and strengthen community ties.
Events will be held at notable locations including Jhelum RiverFront, Poloview, Dal Lake, and Kashmir Haat (Numaish Gah).
The Deputy Commissioner expressed hope that the festival will be a memorable experience for both participants and visitors, enhancing community identity and promoting mutual understanding and respect for diversity.
The DC has encouraged maximum participation from all community members.
