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Express Tribune
14-04-2025
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Colourful events mark Punjab Cultural Day
Students of a girls school in Narowal showcase traditional household chores at stalls set up during an event organised to mark the Punjab Culture Day. The day was celebrated to highlight the heritage of the province. photo: nni Punjab Cultural Day was celebrated with enthusiasm and traditional fervour across the district on Monday. The main cultural rally, led by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr Lubna Nazir was organised from the DC Office to Ghosia Chowk. In addition to the rally, a series of traditional sports events such as Kabaddi, tug of war and rugby matches were organised, drawing large crowds and promoting regional games. Speaking at the occasion, DC Dr Lubna Nazir emphasised the importance of cultural identity by highlighting Punjab's rich legacy rooted in the land of five rivers, known for its hospitality, peace and affection. Senior district officials including Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) (Revenue), Syed Waseem Hassan, Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Muhammad Asad Ali, Assistant Commissioner (AC) Iram Shahzadi, CEO District Education Authority Israrul Haq and Chief Officer District Council Muhammad Ali participated in the rally wearing traditional Punjabi attire and turbans. Cultural rallies were also held in all three tehsils of the district. Schools across the district organized various cultural programs to mark the occasion, engaging students in the celebration of Punjab's traditions.
Express Tribune
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
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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.
Express Tribune
08-03-2025
- General
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Schools to celebrate Punjab Culture Day on March 14
Girls present a tableau on the eve of Punjab Cultural Day in Bahawalpur. photo: APP The Punjab Education Department has announced that all public and private schools across the province will celebrate Punjab Culture Day on March 14. A circular has been issued by the education secretary to school administrations and officials in this regard. On this day, no student will attend school in a uniform. Instead, all students and teachers will wear traditional Punjabi attire. Male teachers will dress in kurta, kulah (cap), and dhoti, while female teachers will wear shalwar kameez, kurta, lachha, or gharara. To mark the occasion, schools will organise speech and essay competitions focused on Punjab's cultural heritage, with prizes for outstanding performances. Cultural events will also be held at all arts councils. There will be no academic activities in schools on March 14, with the entire day dedicated to cultural programmes. Teachers will sit on traditional charpais (woven beds) instead of chairs. However, due to Ramazan, activities such as serving lassi and the traditional huqqa have been excluded from the programme. All school heads and education officials have been instructed to finalise preparations for the event, and schools are required to submit reports on their Culture Day activities to the Ministry of Education.
