Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, May 17: Large number of men, women and children of all faith witnessed 3- day historic Shiv Parvati Moungri Mela being held at Sar Dabar in tehsil Moungri of district Udhampur. The Mela concluded today with traditional fervor and gaiety. MLA, Reasi, Ajay Nanda who was chief guest on the occasion appreciated the efforts of organizers and said that the local festivals play a significant role in reviving the old traditions and generate awareness among the masses about the various schemes of the government. Such events also help in preserving and promoting the priceless multifaceted cultural heritage and strengthen the bonds of mutual brotherhood. During the Mela, Youth Services and Sports Department organsied rural sports competitions and cultural programmes by involving different schools of the area. The cultural troops drawn from various educational institutions presented folk dances and cultural programmes depicting the tradition of the area. Among others, District Youth Services and Sports Officer, Sunil Singh Samyal, Dy SP, Dr Azhar Rashid, ZPEO, Panchari, Pawan Kumar sharma , President J&K Indian Style Wrestling Association, Shiv Kumar Sharma, Chairman Shiv Parvati Cave Shrine Development Board Moungri, Advocate Swantanter Dev Kotwal, heads of different educational institutions, teachers and local mela committee members were present on the occasion. |
