Udaipur, 23 November (Udaipur Kiran)। Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya visited Shilpgram on Sunday morning and enjoyed the traditional folk performances staged at Banjara Manch. He also urged that development must continue without losing connection to cultural heritage.
West Zone Cultural Centre (WZCC) Director Furqan Khan informed that the Governor was welcomed at the Shilpgram entrance with tilak and a bouquet, followed by a detailed tour of the cultural village. He was briefed on the traditional hut structures from various states, the sculpture park, rural settings, handicraft stalls, and preparations underway for the upcoming Shilpgram Festival.
The Governor watched folk performances including Langa Manganiyar, Kalbelia, Bhapang, Gondhal and Dangi dance forms. He also interacted with the artists after the show. The programme was conducted by Durgesh Chandwani.
Assistant Director (Finance & Accounts) Durgesh Chandwani, Programme Executive Hemant Mehta, Bhupendra Singh Kothari, Dayaram Suthar, Sunil Nimawat, Siddhant Bhatnagar, Deepak Nawalakha, Mahendra Singh Gehlot, Kanhaiyalal Dangi, Pradeep Meghwal, and officers and staff of the centre were present during the visit.
Governor’s Remarks
The Governor expressed deep appreciation for the cultural showcase saying:
“Through the West Zone Cultural Centre, I had the privilege of witnessing an incredible display of folk art. After darshan this morning, the diverse performances captivated my heart. Our Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi always says we must progress but never abandon our heritage. The cultural excellence displayed here deserves great appreciation. This glimpse of a mini India has filled me with joy. Coming from Assam, I pray to Maa Kamakhya Devi to bless you with more strength to take Rajasthan’s name to greater heights in India and across the world.”
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