Army organises “Jashn-e-Chillai Kalan” in South Kashmir

Srinagar: Indian Army organized the cultural extravaganza “Jashn-e-Chillai Kalan” in south Kashmir’s Shopian district on Sunday.
The third edition of the cultural extravaganza “Jashn-e-Chillai Kalan” organised with the district administration and in collaboration with the locals was held at Batpura stadium to welcome the harshest part of the winter “Chillai Kalan” and to promote rich cultural heritage of Kashmir, a defence spokesman said.
The event witnessed an active participation of locals from all age groups in huge numbers from all across South Kashmir.
The event enthralled the participants with performances from the who’s who of Kashmiri cultural music scene. The atmosphere was electrified by the melodious and energetic performances of the artists winning the hearts of the audience.
The festival was also aimed at promoting local traditions, handicrafts and cuisines. It was no surprise that the Kashmiri youth used this platform to showcase the abundance of talent which was a sight to behold.
Rich tributes were also paid during the event to Late CDS Gen Bipin Rawat on his death Anniversary.
The officials used this platform to interact with the youth and impress upon them to continue Pursuing their ambitions with perseverance and passion. They said that development and progress can only march hand in hand with contributions by the local populace.
The motto of the event “for the people, by the people” aptly manifested in a befitting manner with a passionate participation by the people in huge numbers.
The mega event was attended by Sachin Kumar Vaishya Deputy Commissioner Shopian as the Guest of Honor alongwith other local government officials.
UNI