District Administration in collab with JK Tourism ,Indian Army, BRO Come Together to Celebrate Baisakhi Utsav in Paddar
Kishtwar,April 13th, 2023,
The Baisakhi Utsav celebration was today kicked off with a variety of multifarious activities in Paddar,by District Administration Kishtwar in collaboration with JK Tourism, Indian Army & BRO.
The event was graced by the august presence of Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Dr. Devansh Yadav (IAS),ADC Kishtwar Inderjeet Singh Parihar,ASP Kishtwar Rajinder Singh,ACR Varunjeet Singh Charak, SDM Paddar Dr Rishi Kumar Sharma along with Tehsildar Atholi Satish Kumar,BDO Nagseni Anjil Singh,BDO Dachhan Ravi Kumar, Officers of the Indian Army Lt Col 17 RR Anshuman Patil, 2 OC BRO besides District and sectoral officers besides PRIs & Locals.
The celebration featured a range of activities, including River Rafting, Wrestling (Dangal), Beach Volley Ball, Tig of War, Rapling & Zip line near the river bank of Gosi, Paddar.
Meanwhile,the Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar in the presence of Sarpanch Gulabgarh, DYSSO Kishtwar Kharati Lal inaugurated the first ever Day- Night Cricket competition at the prestigious Sports Stadium of Gulabgarh wherein 7 local teams will lock their horns.The finale of which will be held tomorrow on 14th April 2023.
The local cuisine stalls were also installed by NRLM SHG members which were inspected by Deputy Commissioner and other dignitaries and officers during the event showcasing the local and traditional taste of Paddar.
Pertinent to mention that on April 14th, the Bikers of CRPF & Bike club Group,Jammu will take the Bike Rally across the cliff Hanger (Asia,s 2nd Deadliest Road) on the Galhar-Sansari axis via Sohal and Tiyari starting here from Gulabgarh in the morning.The Bullet Bike rally from Jammu will carry Nasha Mukht message enroute.
In addition to the activities mentioned earlier, the Baisakhi Utsav celebration also featured a musical programme that saw various local artists and musicians perform. The performances included traditional folk songs and dances, which were received with much enthusiasm by the audience.
The participation of the Indian Army and BRO added to the festive spirit of the event, and their involvement was greatly appreciated by the people of Paddar and Kishtwar. The event also provided an opportunity for the Indian Army and BRO to interact with the locals and learn more about their customs and traditions.
The Baisakhi Utsav celebration was a reflection of the rich cultural heritage of the region and showcased the warmth and hospitality of the people of Paddar and Kishtwar. It was a perfect blend of tradition and modernity and served as a reminder of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage.
Overall, the Baisakhi Utsav celebration in Paddar was a resounding success, due to the tireless efforts of the District Administration, Indian Army, BRO, and JK Tourism, who worked together to make it a memorable occasion. People hoped that similar events will be organized in the future to showcase the cultural richness of the region and promote tourism in the area.
