Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 14: Two-day literary cultural fest – “Jammu Vishwavidyalaya Sahitya Sanskriti Samagam”, concluded today with insightful panel discussions, vibrant cultural performances and enthusiastic participation from students, scholars and members of civil society.
While addressing concluding session of the mega event, JU Vice-Chancellor, Prof Umesh Rai lauded rich cultural diversity of the Duggar region and said that Jammu’s identity has been shaped by centuries of traditions, languages and community practices, making it imperative for academic institutions to document, preserve and promote this heritage for future generations.
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The Vice-Chancellor said that the idea behind organising the Sahitya Sanskriti Samagam was to create a meaningful platform where literature, culture and public discourse could come together in a spirit of dialogue and reflection. He stressed the importance of integrating regional literature, languages and cultural traditions into academic curricula so that students remain connected with their roots even while engaging with global knowledge systems.
Earlier in the day, a panel discussion on “Jammu Sanskriti Ki Baati: Vyapakata Dikhati” was organised, highlighting the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the Jammu region. The session featured eminent speakers including Padma Shri Prof Shiv Nirmohi, Prof M K Waqar, Dr Harsimran Singh, Dr Farooq Anwar Mirza, Chander Kant and Dharmender Singh, while the discussion was moderated by Gulaab Safi.
The afternoon session included another panel discussion moderated by Arun Manhas. The panel included Padma Shri Mohan Singh, Dr Baljit Singh Raina, Dr Rajveer Singh, Prof Asadullah Wani, Kumari Saras Bharti and Subash Brahamanu.
The programme also included a Students’ Elocution Contest, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from 43 students representing various colleges and universities.
The audience was also treated to captivating folk performances by Master Kartar Chand, Khajoor Singh, Mohinder Soni and Sohan Kumar. Adding further vibrancy to the programme, the audience enjoyed lively folk performances by Darshan Patakha, the Slathia Brothers and Bishan Dass, celebrating the rich cultural heritage and musical traditions of Jammu.
The valedictory session, included an engaging panel discussion by eminent journalists Neha Jalali, Nishikant Khajuria, Naveen Nawaz and Daya Sagar, moderated by Pradeep Dutta.
The panelists stressed the importance of actively involving the younger generation in preserving and promoting cultural traditions. They suggested that digital platforms, social media and contemporary communication tools can be effectively used to document and disseminate Jammu’s literature, folklore and artistic traditions to a wider audience.
The valedictory function was enriched by vibrant cultural presentations that reflected the living traditions of the Duggar region. Artists showcased traditional folk dances, while the audience was enthralled by performances from the BSF Band and Pipe Band, whose musical renditions added ceremonial grandeur to the occasion. Students of the University also presented cultural performances bringing the two-day literary and cultural gathering to a colourful and memorable conclusion.
Over the course of two days, the Jammu Vishwavidyalaya Sahitya Sanskriti Samagam transformed the University of Jammu into a vibrant hub of literary dialogue, cultural reflection and artistic expression. Dogra art, culture and cuisines were also showcased during the event.
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