Srinagar, Aug 21 (KNS) A delegation of artists and filmmakers called on Deputy Chief Minister Surender Choudhary and Advisor to Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, demanding revival of cultural institutions and a sustainable policy for preservation of Jammu and Kashmir's rich artistic heritage.
The delegation, led by senior cultural personality Waheed Jeelani and noted actor-filmmaker Umar Imtiyaz, held detailed discussions with the Deputy Chief Minister and the Advisor at their offices in the Civil Secretariat, officials said.
The issues raised during the meetings included revival and strengthening of cultural institutions, greater financial support for artists and filmmakers, regular cultural programming and fair representation of local talent, they said.
The delegation also stressed the need for a clear and sustainable cultural policy, better coordination among concerned departments and greater institutional support for preservation and promotion of traditional, folk and contemporary artistic heritage of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.
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The delegation further demanded revival of Doordarshan Kendra Srinagar and All India Radio Srinagar as effective platforms for local cultural expression, they added.
On the instructions of the Deputy Chief Minister and the Advisor, a follow-up meeting was subsequently held with the Principal Secretary, Culture, where the issues were discussed further and the need for concrete measures to address the concerns was emphasised, officials said.
The delegation expressed hope that the concerns raised would receive due consideration and translate into meaningful initiatives for the welfare and sustainable growth of the artist and filmmaking community of Jammu and Kashmir, they added. (KNS)