Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!đ Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today felicitated the winners of the Photography and Reel Competition held as part of the inaugural celebrations of the Chrysanthemum Garden in Srinagar. The felicitation ceremony, organised by the Department of Floriculture, Gardens and Parks, honoured participants for their exceptional creativity and artistic expression in capturing the beauty and grandeur of the majestic garden.
The Chief Minister presented Certificates of Merit along with cash awards to the winners with âč20,000 as first prize, âč10,000 as second prize, and âč5,000 as third prize in each category. Congratulating the winners, the Chief Minister said such initiatives provide an important platform for creative engagement and youth participation.
âKashmirâs gardens are not merely landscapes of flowers; they are living symbols of our heritage, creativity and cultural pride. Through photography and reels, our youth have beautifully captured the spirit of this garden and shared it with the world,â he said.
He added that encouraging artistic expression around nature and public spaces strengthens community bonding and promotes eco-consciousness. âWhen our young people use their talent to celebrate nature, they become ambassadors of Kashmirâs beauty and values. Such platforms must continue to inspire innovation and cultural expression,â he remarked.
The competitions witnessed enthusiastic participation from both young and seasoned photographers, reflecting the growing interest in nature-based creative pursuits and digital storytelling. The felicitation ceremony was attended by Advisor to the CM Nasir Aslam Wani, Director Floriculture, Gardens and Parks Kashmir, along with senior officers of the department.
