Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Oct 19: MLA Jammu North Sham Lal Sharma, MLA Chenani Balwant Singh Mankotia and chairman of Team Jammu Zorawar Singh Jamwal jointly released a new Dogri video album titled “Duggar Daa Maan Bhadaayo” amid an enthusiastic gathering at Toph Sherkhania, here today.
The album, produced and presented by Duggar Baraadari and Team Jammu, features lyrics penned by noted Dogri poet Brij Mohan, vocals by Rakesh Kumar and Sohan Lal, music composed by Naresh NB, and direction by Rajesh Khajuria.
Addressing the gathering, Sham Lal Sharma, who was the chief guest on the occasion, said the rich Dogra heritage symbolizes unity and coexistence, representing shared cultural pride among Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Christians.
“Just as Punjabi achieved international recognition through strong cultural and artistic support, Dogri too must be promoted with sincerity and collective effort,” Sham Lal Sharma emphasized, urging people to take pride in speaking their mother tongue.
In his address, Balwant Singh Mankotia expressed concern over the declining use of Dogri among the younger generation, attributing it to the growing influence of Western culture. He cautioned that this disinterest could erode Dogra identity and stressed that educational institutions must take an active role in integrating Dogri into their curriculum to inspire linguistic pride among students.
Zorawar Singh Jamwal, while addressing the audience, called for a proactive approach by intellectuals, artists, and community groups to revive the vibrancy of the Dogri language.
Families of martyrs Captain Tushar Mahajan (Shaurya Chakra), Captain Veer Udayman Singh (Sena Medal), and Major Akash Singh (Shaurya Chakra) were also present on the occasion.
Earlier, Randheer Singh Raipuria, convenor of Duggar Baraadari, welcomed the dignitaries while the programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Heena Mahajan, co-convenor of Duggar Baraadari.
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