Prasoon Joshi, Chairman of Prasar Bharati and renowned lyricist, poet and writer, paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami at the Chief Minister’s residence today.
During the meeting, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Prasoon Joshi discussed various aspects of Uttarakhand’s rich folk culture, art, literature, music and cultural heritage. They also deliberated on the possibilities of giving wider national recognition to the state’s distinct cultural identity, folk traditions and creative talent.
The Chief Minister said that Uttarakhand’s folk culture, folk songs, folk art and traditions were invaluable assets of the state. He said the state government was continuously making efforts for their preservation, promotion and wider dissemination.
Referring to Prasoon Joshi’s contributions to literature, songwriting, cinema and the creative world, the Chief Minister said that art and literature were powerful mediums for expressing society’s emotions, ideas and cultural values. They also play an important role in taking the country’s cultural heritage and traditions to the younger generation.
The meeting also covered issues related to giving wider recognition to Uttarakhand’s cultural uniqueness through various communication and broadcasting platforms and providing a national platform for the state’s folk art and folk culture.
