Himachal Pradesh Celebrates State-Level Pahari Diwas at Gaiety Theatre, Shimla

Shimla, November 1: The Department of Language and Culture, Himachal Pradesh, organised a state-level Pahari Diwas celebration at Gaiety Theatre, Shimla, on Sunday, highlighting the state’s rich linguistic and cultural heritage.

The event was inaugurated by Chief Guest K.R. Bharti, a retired IAS officer, along with Additional Director Chandan Kapoor and other dignitaries.

Addressing the gathering, Bharti emphasised that the Pahari language represents Himachal Pradesh’s cultural identity and heritage, while Kapoor stressed the need to preserve and promote Pahari and its various dialects, particularly among the younger generation.

The celebrations featured a state-level Pahari poetry conference, in which around 25–30 poets from different districts presented their original compositions. The second session showcased traditional folk performances, including Chhadi singing from Nirmand, Musada from Chamba, folk Ramayana from Bharmour, Bhartho singing from Sirmaur and traditional Barlaj singing from Shimla district.

The programme aimed to promote Pahari language, literature, folk traditions and indigenous art forms while encouraging younger generations to remain connected with their cultural roots.

Samagra Sikhsha