‘Vatan Ke Vaaste' a tribute to soldiers
Lucknow: A compelling theatrical production depicting the valour and sacrifices of Indian soldiers left audiences spellbound at the UP Sangeet Natak Akademi on Friday.
The play 'Vatan Ke Vaaste', jointly presented by Kamaiyani Lucknow and Yayavar Rangmandal, masterfully portrayed the emotional journey of military families and the ultimate sacrifice of soldiers protecting our borders.
Written by Chaavi Mishra and directed by Puneet Mittal, the dance drama centered around Captain Raghav, who leaves behind his wife and young son to serve the nation. The narrative unfolds through letters exchanged between the Captain and his family, while his patriotic son embodies the spirit of freedom fighter Chandrashekhar Azad in a school play.
"The production highlights the courage of our brave soldiers who risk their lives at the borders to ensure civilian safety and peace," said director Puneet Mittal.
The play reaches its emotional climax when Captain Raghav makes the ultimate sacrifice during an anti-terrorist operation in Kashmir, eliminating three terrorists despite sustaining nine bullet wounds.
The powerful performances were delivered by a talented ensemble cast, including Ashish Singh, Vinay Gujjar, Sushrut Gupta, Abhishek Gujjar, Sarvjeet, Shaani Kaur and Seema Pal. The production successfully captured the essence of military valour and family bonds, receiving widespread appreciation from the audience.
The play serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by our armed forces and their families in service of the nation.
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