Kulgam, Nov 9 (KNC): Kulgam is all set to host the three-day Veshow Festival from November 11 to 13 at Government Degree College (GDC) Kulgam, with the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir scheduled to grace the occasion as the Chief Guest.
The festival aims to celebrate the region’s rich cultural heritage, promote local art and literature, and provide a platform for trade, business opportunities and youth entrepreneurship.
Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam, said the festival is being organised to bring together different forms of art, culture, literature and trade while encouraging young people to explore entrepreneurial opportunities.
He said around 60 writers and poets have been invited to participate in the festival, besides more than 30 entrepreneurs, industry experts and technology experts. Over 32 sessions covering different aspects of trade and entrepreneurship will also be organised during the three-day event.
The DC further informed that 17 stalls have been set up, featuring various trades, books, food items and other attractions, including entertainment activities for children, making the festival an engaging experience for visitors of all age groups.
The opening day on November 11 will feature an Antique Village and Book Fair, inaugural session, Muzakara, Qawwali and eight trade fair sessions.
On November 12, the second day will witness college band and school programmes, Women and Literature, Koshur Mushaira, Sham-e-Ghazal and 16 trade fair sessions.
The concluding day on November 13 will feature Meet the Author, Kal, Aaj Aur Kal, Kul Hind Mushaira, a valedictory session and eight trade fair sessions.
Urging people, particularly the youth, to participate in the festival in large numbers, the Deputy Commissioner said the event would provide an important platform to showcase local talent, celebrate cultural identity and promote entrepreneurship across the district.
The three-day festival is expected to bring together writers, poets, entrepreneurs, artists, students and the general public, highlighting Kulgam’s cultural vibrancy and emerging entrepreneurial potential. (KNC)
