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Balwant Thakur honours Young Stars of Natrang
2/11/2026 11:11:55 PM
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Feb 11: In a moment of immense pride for Jammu's cultural fraternity, Director Natrang, Balwant Thakur, honoured a group of exceptionally talented young theatre artists who are set to create history as the first children's theatre group from Jammu to participate in the world's largest international theatre festival. The felicitation ceremony was held at the iconic Abhinav Theatre amidst a jam-packed audience comprising prominent citizens, theatre lovers, parents, and well-wishers.
Addressing the gathering, Balwant Thakur expressed his deep sense of joy and pride in witnessing the remarkable achievement of these young performers. He described their selection for the prestigious global festival as a historic milestone not only for Natrang but for the entire region of Jammu & Kashmir. He emphasized that this participation marks a significant cultural breakthrough, placing Jammu's vibrant theatre movement on the international map.
While honouring the young stars, Thakur especially complimented their parents for their unwavering support and encouragement. He acknowledged that nurturing artistic talent requires dedication, patience, and belief, and lauded the parents for allowing their children to pursue theatre with passion and commitment. "Behind every confident child on stage stands a family that believes in the transformative power of art," he remarked.
Speaking at length about the magical power of theatre, Thakur highlighted how theatre shapes personality, builds confidence, enhances creativity, and instills discipline among young minds. He said that theatre is not merely a performing art but a powerful medium of self-expression and character building. According to him, participation in theatre at a young age fosters empathy, teamwork, leadership, and emotional intelligence-qualities essential for holistic development.
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