On 77th Republic Day, the tableau of Jammu & Kashmir on Kartavya path unfolded like a silken tapestry, presenting the region as a seamless cultural continuum where craftsmanship and performance merge into a single, luminous narrative. It depicted a beautiful combination of handicrafts on one hand which was in rhythm with music and folk songs on the other, not without glimpses of nature.
The tableau celebrated the splendour of traditional arts- the gleaming samavaar with intricate metal engraving; exquisitely woven Kani shawls rich with symbolic patterns; hand-knotted carpets rising from looms in geometric harmony; and finely carved walnut-wood artefacts marked by deep, delicate filigree.Papier-mache creations glow with vibrant colours, while Pahari miniature paintings-especially the expressive Basohli style-reflect refined aesthetics shaped by centuries of devotion. Together, these crafts stand as tributes to the artisans whose skill and patience sustain these living traditions.
Complementing this artistic legacy, saffron blossoms emerge as the soul of Kashmir purple fields and crimson strands symbolising a timeless identity rooted in land, labour, and heritage. Each fragile filament carries within it the essence of sun, soil, and centuries of quiet splendour.As the tableau transitions, stillness gives way to rhythm and movement. The harmonious fusion of rabab, santoor, and flute creates a resonant soundscape, while performers in vibrant attire bring the space alive through folk dances. The graceful Rouf, the powerful Kud, and the spirited traditions of Pahari, Bhadarwahi, and Gojri dances reflect the cultural diversity, joy, and collective spirit of the region.
Together, handicrafts and folk dances converge into a living symphony-intricate yet fluid, ancient yet vibrant-capturing the enduring cultural spirit of Jammu & Kashmir.Celebrating the splendour of traditional arts, the tableau of the Union territory displayed the gleaming samavaar with intricate metal engraving, exquisitely woven Kani shawls rich with symbolic patterns, hand-knotted carpets rising from looms in geometric harmony and carved walnut-wood artefacts.
Saffron blossoms were also shown on the tableau, purple flowers and crimson strands symbolising a timeless identity rooted in land, labour, and heritage.The display was accompanied by a harmonious fusion of rabab, santoor and flute, creating a resonant soundscape, while performers in vibrant attire brought the space alive through folk dances.
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