JAMMU: In a significant initiative aimed at promoting India's rich cultural heritage and fostering cultural integration, the North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC), Patiala, under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), is organising the Sanskritik Yatra–Sindhu Darshan Festival in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
As part of the programme, the festival will be held at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu on June 14, 2026, at 11:00 am and at the DPL Ground, Ramban on June 15, 2026, at 3:00 pm. The festival forms part of a broader cultural outreach initiative conducted to celebrate the diverse traditions, art forms and cultural expressions of India. The event aims to strengthen cultural bonds, promote national integration and provide a platform for showcasing the country's rich artistic heritage.
The Sanskritik Yatra–Sindhu Darshan Festival will feature a vibrant blend of traditional folk dances, music performances, cultural presentations and artistic displays representing various regions of the country. Renowned artists and cultural troupes will participate, offering audiences a unique opportunity to experience India's diverse cultural legacy on a single platform.
The people of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the residents of Jammu and Ramban districts, are cordially invited to attend the cultural extravaganza and enjoy an enriching experience of music, dance and traditional art forms as per the scheduled programme at both venues.
The organisers have informed that entry to the festival is free for all, enabling people from all walks of life to participate in the celebrations. The district administrations and organisers have appealed to the public, students, cultural enthusiasts and artists to attend the programmes in large numbers to make the events a grand success.


