BATALIK, AUGUST,
30: The Two-day Aryan Festival started at twin places of Biama and
Garkone of Leh and Kargil districts today.
The festival was
inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Kiren Rijiju.
Member
Parliament, Ladakh ThusptanTswang, Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Leh,
Dorjay Motup, MLC Tsering Dorjay, Executive Councillors, Mumtaz Hussain and
TseringWangdus, Deputy Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Leh, AvnyLavasa, Deputy
Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Kargil, Vikas Kundal, SSP Leh Sargon Shugla, SSP
Kargil Dr Vinod Kumar and other senior police and civil officers were present
on the occasion.
Speaking on the
occasion, Minister of State for Home Affairs appreciated Aryans for persevering
their culture, traditions and customs despite the advancement made in every
sphere of life. He said that one derves inspiration while visiting the area for
the people of the area have withstood all odds and have strived hard for their
survival in the tough terrains. He said that the hard work and unique culture
of Aryans is being acknowledged and there is need to carry on the rich
traditions to next generations. The development and advancement poses a threat
to any culture and cautioned the Aryans to with stand the same as they have
done so far.
He said that the
folk music and folk culture of Aryans not only enthrals the viewers but also
provide a peace of mind to them. The young owns of the Aryans are also very
particular and enthusiastic for preserving and promoting their culture, the
Minister said and added that every support shall be extended by the Government
in this regard. He announced Rs 10 lakhs for restoration of Dah Biama Fort and
Rs 3 lakhs cash award for the artists who participated in various cultural
programmes at Biama and Garkone villages.
Referring to the
demands put forth at both the places, Mr Rijiju said that the people of the
area must expect sincere support from his Ministry for development of the area,
however, the issues of development related to the area pertaining to other
Ministries will be taken up with them and district administration Leh and
Kargil shall be kept apprised of the developments made in this context. He said
that the enhancement of allocation under Borader Area Development Programme
shall be ensured by his Minsitry for fulfilling of the aspirations of the
locals adding that both State and Centre Governments were obligated to develop
the area and ensure betterment of the Aryan community.
Chief Executive
Councillor, LAHDC Leh, DorjeyMottup addressing the gathering at Biama thanked
the Union Minister for visiting the area to assess the difficulties being faced
by the Aryans. He said that the Aryans are known for their age old cultural
ethos and the customs which they have preserved despite of all odds.
Deputy
Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Leh, AvnyLavasaand Deputy Commissioner
and CEO LAHDC Kargil, Vikas Kundal thanked the Minister and other dignitaries
for gracing the occasion. They also extended their thanks to the artists,
participants and tourists.
Later, Mr Rijiju
also inaugurated the Himalayan Museum at Garkone Kargil.
A large number of
locals had thronged Biama and Garkone to witness the varied cultural programmes
performed by the local artists.
The festival is being organized by LAHDC, Leh and district
administration of Leh and Kargil districts.
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