Jammu ,May 05 th 2023 : To celebrates the “Buddha Purnima”, Bhartiya Lok Sangeet Kala Sansthan, in coordination with Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment , Government of India, Social Welfare Deptt. J&K Govt. and Sangam Tru Art Production , mounts three days special campaign & presented 358 th Friday Series Musical Play “Nasha Nai Karna” at Neelam Public High School ,Janipur Jammu on today under the overall Direction of Dr.M.L.Dogra. A pledge was also taken by more than 200 students and teachers which was recited by Sh.M.C. Kotwal ,Secretary of BLSKs and certificate honored by the Ministry of Social Justice was felicitated to the Principal of the Host School. The programe was inaugurated by the Chief Guest Danesh Sadhotra, Principal Neelam Public High School ,Janipur Jammu. Among the Guest of Honors present were Sanjay Gupta, Meenu Rana, Neha Chowdhary , Senior Teachers of the host school . The day commemorated as well with sole aim of rejuvenating the traditional , Primitive Folk, Art, Culture of J&K Region. The Specially items prepared on the theme “ Jan Gan Man”, “Swatch Bharat Ho ”, “Nasha Nai Kario Munde Kureio”, “Nai Pee Shraban”, “Are Jammua Pare Bawa ” , “Savdhan Savdhan ae Bhaart vasi Savdhan”, “ Mere Ghar Parbhu aye Hai”, Nukkad, Skits , Songs and
Dances were presented to aware the masses. The Chief Guest said Buddha Purnima has a great importance in Hindu religion. On this particular day, people visit holy places to take a holy bathe in Ganga river. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu and observe Satyanarayan fast
on this auspicious day with full devotion, offer prayers to Lord Vishnu and recite Satyanarayan Katha and Chief Guest also said we have come together to strengthen our determination against drug abuse in any form and to send a message to the world that India will leave no stone unturned to fight against this evil. The efforts of the organizers in making such awareness programmes colorful and effective.
During the three days campaign Blsks will presents 3 prog in Bishnah Block of Jammu District to aware the masses. The artists of BLSks presented theme based songs which were written by Dr.M.L.Dogra & the music was the composed by Mr.Raju Bajgal, Music
Instructor, Blsks. The program was also recorded & uploaded online on Social Media for benefit of the peoples.
Welcome speech was given by Dr. M.L.Dogra, Chairman, Bhartiya Lok Sangeet Kala Sansthan said the current statistics on the rise in suicides and mental health issues has led the government to take the much required action for drug demand reduction. Nasha
Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, the flagship campaign of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment is an initiative in this stride. The Abhiyaan has been valiantly fighting against the baleful repercussions of substance abuse at the ground level with the support of local administration, master volunteers, online competitions and several events. It has been evident that mental health disorders need to be addressed to build a healthy society that contributes to the national growth and development. Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan is an
efficacious attempt to fight against substance abuse and raise awareness for healthy lifestyles & also said I am happy to know the initiative taken up by the BLSKS, I hope and pray that this programs will be fruitful and Bharat will be a No.1 drug free country. This is
a day of great religious and spiritual significance for the followers and practitioners of Buddha and His teachings as on this day they go to the Viharas/Temples/Monasteries and take part in the prayers and meditation and listen to discourses. They observe sila (moral vows) and practice meditation (samadhi), make offerings (dana) to the Bhikkhu Sangha. People decorate the Viharas and their homes which gives a festive look on the occasion. Buddhists distribute food, medicines, fruits, milk, biscuits, breads and nourishments to the patients in the hospitals, orphanages, old age homes and juvenile homes. They make special effort to bring smile and happiness to the unfortunate, the old and the infirm and the sick and the needy. Monks recite/chant the sutta/sutras uttered by the Buddha himself 2600 years ago to invoke peace and happiness, love and compassion, unity and brotherhood, well being and prosperity for the individual, society, country and government.
Buddhists are reminded of their role and responsibility to live in harmony with people of other faiths and to respect the beliefs of other people as the Buddha had Himself taught.
Mr. M.C.Kotwal , Secty. BLSKS said our volunteers and outreach workers of these organizations have gone from door to door, and nearby localities of Jammu city to educate the people about the ill effects of drug abuse and have assisted the rehabilitation of
victims of substance abuse. The singers, musician and actors who performed were K.K.Joshi, M.C.Kotwal, Raju Bajgal, Rajni Gupta , Chahat Chadha, Bindia Okheda ,Sanjeev Kumar Sodhi, Mr. Deepak Kumar Dogra, Vandana Gupta ,Sunil Kumar Dalotra. Mr.Mukesh
Singh, Programe Incharge, presented vote of thanks for successful conduction of the program.
