Dogra royal family hosts 50-year celebrations at Amar Mahal
Nishikant Khajuria
JAMMU, Mar 9: Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat today said that the Central Government was working on to preserve one crore manuscripts for safeguarding the invaluable tests and scriptures across the country.
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“The Modi Government is committed to preserving over one crore manuscripts across the country under the National Manuscript Mission, ensuring that invaluable texts and scriptures are safeguarded for our future generations,” he said, while addressing in valedictory function of three-day annual Tawi Festival-3, at the historic Amar Mahal Palace, here today.
Organized by the Hari Tara Charitable Trust (HTCT), the event marked the commencement of the Golden Jubilee Year celebrations, commemorating 50 years of the Amar Mahal Museum and Library. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat was the chief guest on the occasion, alongside Dr Karan Singh, former Sadr-e-Riyasat of J&K.
The Union Minister highlighted the remarkable role of Dr Karan Singh in preserving the cultural heritage of Jammu & Kashmir through the Amar Mahal Museum, which stands as a testament to the region’s rich history and traditions. Click here to watch video
Shekhawat also lauded the efforts of HTCT in organizing the festival and acknowledged the significance of such events in boosting tourism and promoting the cultural heritage of Jammu & Kashmir.
Expressing admiration for the Basholi painting tradition, the Union Minister conveyed his interest in furthering the Guru-Shishya Parampara of this art form, which is currently being preserved by the Royal Family of Jammu and Kashmir.
In his address, Dr Karan Singh underscored the pivotal role of the Amar Mahal Museum in preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Jammu & Kashmir.
He expressed that such festivals serve as vital platforms for showcasing the region’s diverse traditions, art forms and communal harmony.
Earlier, Vikramaditya Singh presented a formal welcome address, while Dr Jyotsna Singh, Director of the Amar Mahal Museum and Library and Chief Coordinator of the Tawi Festival, highlighted that the festival is a vibrant celebration of creativity, inclusiveness, tradition, and modernity.
She emphasized that the Amar Mahal Museum and Library, established in 1975 by Dr Karan Singh and Yasho Rajya Lakshmi in a 150-year-old historic building, has become a cultural landmark of Jammu City.
Martand Singh, Trustee of HTCT, presented the vote of thanks and lauded Dr Karan Singh for his unwavering commitment to preserving the legacy of Amar Mahal Museum and Library.
The event witnessed the presence of esteemed personalities including Ajatshatru Singh, Martand Singh-Trustees of HTCT, Chitrangada Raje Singh, Ritu Singh; Ranvijay Singh; and several renowned artists and distinguished guests.
The main highlight of the concluding day was the vibrant Mela organized in the lawns of Amar Mahal, featuring folk dances, folk music, and satirical performances showcasing the rich cultural traditions of the region. The event also included captivating acts by young bands presenting contemporary Dogri music. A food court offering a variety of street foods from the region and special sweets from Jammu, added to the festive spirit.
Dy CM should be apologetic: Karan Singh
Former Sadar-e-Riyasat and scion of erstwhile royal Dogra family, Dr Karan Singh has said that Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary should be apologetic for his controversial remark against Maharaja Hari Singh.
“I have already said that it (remark against the Maharaja) was unjustified and the Deputy Chief Minister should be apologetic for this,” he said, while talking to media persons after performing Puja at Raghunath Temple on his birthday today.
On being reminded that no such apology was tendered so far, Dr Karan Singh said that it was up to the Dy CM to decide.
Pertinent to mention that Surinder Choudhary had purportedly described Maharaja Hari Singh as dictator who had no mandate of public.
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