PAC hosts colourful events to celebrate Punjab Culture Day
Girls present a tableau on the eve of Punjab Cultural Day in Bahawalpur. photo: APP
Punjab Arts Council organised colourful events in connection with Culture Day. Parliamentary Secretary Information and Culture Department, Shazia Rizwan was the chief guest on this occasion.
Director Arts Council Sajjad Hussain, Deputy Director Muhammad Shakoor, Assistant Director Muhammad Suleman, Assistant Director Sarfaraz Khan, and Assistant Director Waqar Ali were also present alongside the chief guest.
Upon arrival at the Arts Council, the chief guest was presented with a traditional Chunri of Punjab, while the officials adorned traditional Punjabi Pagri (turban).
Shazia Rizwan said that Punjab Culture Day not only represents our heritage and traditions but also serves as a means to connect our youth with their cultural roots. The government of Punjab is committed to celebrating this day with full zeal and fervour to preserve our customs, folk arts, and local heritage. The enthusiastic public participation in today's festivities reflects our strong cultural consciousness. Culture Day offers a unique opportunity to highlight the colours, fragrance, and folk wisdom of Punjab.
Punjab Arts Council has organised various programmes, including folk music, painting competitions, musical events, and regional dances. I am proud to be part of this beautiful initiative that promotes the civilization and culture of Punjab. Director Arts Council Sajjad Hussain said that Punjab Culture Day beautifully reflects our civilizational identity, traditional values, and fine arts.
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