Rang-e-Pakistan Festival ends at Lok Virsa

Islamabad: Showcasing Pakistan’s rich culture, history, and literature, while also giving folk artists, craftsmen, dancers, and performers a platform to share their talents with a wider audience, the ‘Rang-e-Pakistan Festival’ ended on Monday.

The festival was organised by Lok Virsa under the directions of National Heritage and Culture Division in collaboration with Pakistan National Council of Arts, Pakistan Academy of Letters, Department of Archaeology and Museums, National Language Promotion Board and Iqbal Academy.

A major highlight of the festival was the artisan craft exhibition, where over 30 skilled craftsmen from across Pakistan participated. They exhibited their handmade products. The festival helped them connect with different organizations, creating more opportunities to promote and expand their craft.

The event was filled with vibrant folk performances, as artists and dance groups entertained the audience with their talent, receiving enthusiastic applause. Another exciting feature was the poetry session, hosted by the Academy of Letters Pakistan, where famous poets shared their work, leaving the audience captivated.

The ‘Rang-e-Pakistan Festival’ celebrated Pakistan’s cultural heritage, bringing people together and giving local artists the recognition they deserve. Famous story teller Badar Khan narrated stories of Lahore and ‘Bazaar i Husn’. The closing concert electrified the Lok Virsa Mela grounds where PNCA dance troope presented different cultural dances of Pakistan. Shahid Ali Khan, a famous singer performed as well. Renowned singers Manwa sisters, ‘Hajvery Qawwal’ group also performed at the festival.