Onlykashmir.in News Desk
Jammu, Dec 13: Thirty talented artists from Jammu and Kashmir have been selected to participate in the 28th National Youth Festival, scheduled for January 11-12, 2025, in New Delhi. The selection includes 10 artists each in Folk Song and Folk Dance, and 2 each in Painting, Poetry, Thematic, Story Writing, and Declamation.
Speaking at the event, Secretary Youth Services and Sports, Sarmad Hafeez, emphasized the need to channelize youth energy positively, promote a healthy lifestyle, and prevent social ills like drug abuse. He lauded the organizers, parents, and trainers for nurturing young talent and highlighted the festival’s role in empowering youth with skills, knowledge, and leadership qualities.
The festival, graced by the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to provide a platform for cultural exchange and inspire youth to become change-makers.
