Jammu, Jan. 13 -- "From spiritual, cultural roots to new creative horizons, it is our collective responsibility to re-imagine Jammu & Kashmir as an art hub. In this endeavour, I hope to see the contribution of painters and writers to build the artistic future of the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir," Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday.

He was speaking at the Golden Jubilee celebration of Kesar Art Circle at Kala Kendra, Jammu.

At the ceremony, the LG felicitated Bhushan Kesar, a renowned painter and the founder of Kesar Art Circle. He lauded Bhushan Kesar's extraordinary contribution in nurturing and training thousands of artists who have achieved exceptional success globally, marking significant milestones under his mentors...