Uttarakhand Government is committed to promote folk culture of the State, said the Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat while releasing ‘Naman Uttarakhand’ a collection of folk songs at his residence on Thursday. The collection of songs has been composed by the Jaunsar Bhabar Sanskritik lok Kala Manch.
The CM said that the ancient culture and traditions of Uttarakhand would have to be preserved and everyone should contribute in this direction.
Appreciating the collection of songs, the CM said that the songs compiled by Nandlal Bharti, based on ‘Puranic’ arts which are becoming extinct, will inspire youth towards our ancient heritage and customs.
He said that it is necessary to revive old folk songs, dances and musical instruments to conserve and enhance this unique heritage of Uttarakhand.
Rawat added that people have understood and promoted the importance of folk culture and folk art and a sense of belonging can be observed among people for art and culture. He announced the state government has decided to set up a cultural village in which, the culture, costumes, glimpses of different styles, food and heritage will all be available at one place.
lyricist and Director Nand lal Bharati informed that the folk songs based on ‘Puranic’ arts which were getting extinct have been compiled in this presentation.
In ‘Naman Uttarkhand’ an effort to express the traditions, culture, lifestyle, faith-belief and customs of Uttarakhand through songs has been made, he added.