‘Mewar Heritage Festival’ Celebrated at City Palace on the 55th Anniversary of Maharana Mewar Charitable Foundation
Udaipur | Under the guidance of trustee Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, the Maharana Mewar Charitable Foundation celebrated its 55th anniversary with the Mewar Heritage Festival at the Badi Mahal of the City Palace Museum. The event featured traditional music and singing, emphasizing the importance of preserving and nurturing the rich cultural heritage passed down through generations.
During the celebration, artist Harphool Ram Nayak enchanted tourists with melodies played on the traditional instrument 'Ravanahatha.' Artist Rajesh Pancholi showcased his painting of Lord Krishna using the water-based art form 'Jal Sanjhi,' which captivated the audience. Additionally, female vocalists and performers mesmerized visitors with their enchanting songs accompanied by the traditional Mewari drum, 'Dhol.' The displayed traditional puppets also drew tourists, providing a special attraction for photography.
Maharana Bhagwat Singh Ji Mewar established the Maharana Mewar Charitable Foundation, Udaipur, 55 years ago with the aim of executing various public welfare initiatives, which continue to this day. Currently, under the leadership of Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, a member of the Mewar royal family and trustee of the foundation, various projects focusing on the preservation and enhancement of Mewari heritage, as well as human and environmental welfare, are being carried out. Dr. Mayank Gupta, the Chief Executive Officer of the foundation, explained that the festival aimed to promote beneficial and useful handcrafted materials in the environmental sector, allowing domestic and international tourists to see and understand handicrafts directly.
The Gaukriti organization showcased innovative products made from cow dung, including pens, notepads, diaries, religious books, decorative items, havan materials, and table calendars made from cow dung paper. The goal is to promote environmental conservation and the use of pollution-free materials, helping tourists learn about these products and providing new markets for artisans. The process of making handcrafted earthen lamps was also demonstrated during the event, and a puppet photo booth attracted tourists eager to take pictures.
Visitors to Udaipur expressed significant interest in handmade items and praised the local arts and artists, highlighting their importance for environmental sustainability in the current context.
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