Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 25: Principal Secretary of Culture and Tribal Affairs, Suresh Kumar Gupta, today inaugurated a 7-day photo exhibition by noted journalist Sunny Dua at Kala Kendra.
The event titled “Resilient Heritage” is being organized by the Kala Kendra Society, Jammu and it centers on the theme “Heritage of Jammu and Kashmir”.
Welcoming the guests, Dr Javaid Rahi (secretary, Kala Kendra Society), stated that the event’s primary objective is to promote a deeper understanding, appreciation and awareness about the monuments, cultural sites and built heritage of Jammu and Kashmir.
Sunny Dua, speaking at the inaugural function, shared insights from his decade-long effort to document hundreds of heritage buildings, sites and monuments. He said that only 150 photographs are on display across five galleries in Kala Kendra, featuring both popular heritage sites and lesser-known buildings, including private Havelis.
In his presidential address, Suresh Kumar Gupta praised the exhibition for showcasing the J&K’s rich cultural inheritance. He highlighted that these sites and buildings connect us to our historical roots. Gupta also mentioned the Government’s expedited efforts to restore numerous heritage buildings, including the Mubarak Mandi Complex, with a significant portion expected to be restored to its pristine glory within the next few months.
Ritu Singh (founder chairperson, DPS and MHS Social and Educational Foundation) stated that exhibited photographs representing the rich heritage of J&K deserves to be documented in a coffee table book. She also assured all her help in preserving and documenting the precious cultural heritage of the region.
The event was graced by the presence of eminent Dogri writer Lalit Magotra, noted educationists Veena Handa, Vijay Lakshmi Gupta, Ritupal Singh, Sangeeta Sharma, Arvind Kotwal, Shivani Khajuria, Dr Vikram Handa, Manesha Malhotra and Sirvinderjeet Singh, along with journalists, artists and other distinguished guests.
Dr Mitali Gupta conducted the programme and presented vote of thanks.
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