After the successful conduct of the Manjakote Cultural Fest, another event, “Jashan-E-Bahara”, was organised by Indian Army at Government Higher Secondary School, Dehri Raylote, Rajouri District. The event was organised to promote local culture and traditional arts in collaboration with the J&K Academy of Arts & Culture. The two-day event celebrated cultural diversity of the region as one of the major binding factors for regional harmony.
Colourful and rich traditional folk culture and art forms in all their varied hues and vibrancy enthralled and entertained the audience. Various competitions conducted during the festival also generated tremendous interest and enthusiasm amongst the spectators. Parents, academicians, sarpanches and locals appreciated the event and hailed it as a manifestation of peace and tranquillity in the region.