PASIGHAT, Mar 26: The curtains on the two-day vibrant 3rd Bharat Lok Sangeet Arunachal Utsav 2026 in Pasighat came down today, leaving behind a memorable cultural experience for youth, cultural enthusiasts and the denizens of East Siang district and the state in general. 
The cultural Utsav celebrates the rich cultural mosaic of India; the rich repository of indigenous and classical dance forms of the state and the country. An array of indigenous folk performances with  folk artistes performing  Zu -Phon -Shon  from Wancho community from Longding district, Memba folk dance from -Shi-Yomi, classical Bharatnatyam by Dr.Lata Surendra, Aka Folk dance  from Thrizino, Raas Lila  from Manipur, Khamba community folk dance,Nah community folk performance from Taksing were showcased among several others.
Inaugurating the festival on Wednesday, Advisor to Minister of Education and Home, Muchu Mithi, emphasized the importance of preserving traditional heritage and art forms in today’s rapidly changing world. He exhorted that that customs, cultural expressions, and artistic traditions passed down through generations form the essence of identity and are a vital source of pride that must be safeguarded for future generations.
The 3rd edition of the two-day Bharat Lok Sangeet – Arunachal Pradesh festival that began on Wednesday at the Siang River Festival Ground near Raneghat, has been an immersive cultural experience and  celebration of India’s cultural diversity. Organized by the Department of Tourism, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, in collaboration with the East Siang District Administration, the event opened with an array of cultural performances that highlighted the richness of Arunachal Pradesh and the nation’s cultural heritage and the spirit of unity in diversity.
Held under the aegis of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, the festival (March 25–26) brings together a  blend of indigenous traditions and classical art forms. It showcases the diverse cultural heritage of Arunachal Pradesh alongside  performances by folk artists from across the country.
The festival aims to promote cultural harmony and national integration by providing a platform for artists representing from various districts and states  of the country. DIPRO

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