Jitendra Singh presents 'Sarangi' to Dogra artist mentioned in PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat

New Delhi: Union Minister Jitendra Singh presented a new "Sarangi" to Gorinath, a renowned tritional Dogra artist from Udhampur, who was recently praised by Prime Minister Modi in his "Mann Ki Baat" brocast, according to an official statement.

While presenting "Sarangi" instrument in Jammu, minister said it h been decided to present a new "Sarangi" instrument to Gorinath as a Diwali gift on behalf of Prime Minister Modi.

It could not happen before due to untimely demise of Singh's bror "done today soon after mourning period was over", said statement issued by Personnel Ministry.

Singh, Minister of State for Personnel, is a Lok Sabha member from Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur constituency.

Gorinath featured in Prime Minister Modi’s 115th episode of Mann Ki Baat, as an artist captivating audiences with his century-old Sarangi, a family heirloom, and also an artist who shares ancient stories and songs that showcase essence of Dogra heritage.

In his dress, Modi praised Gorinath as an “extraordinary individual” whose devotion to his cultural roots has inspired a unique preservation of tritional art.

Singh said Prime Minister Modi’s words were a proud moment for Udhampur, highlighting how Gorinath’s tireless efforts brea life into region’s rich history through music.

minister presented Gorinath with a new Sarangi as a gesture of support for preservation of Dogra heritage and reiteration of Prime Minister Modi's consistent endeavour to awaken countrymen to richness of India's heritage, statement said.

For Gorinath, Sarangi is more than an instrument; it is a vessel of his family’s history and a bridge to past for Dogra people.

He recounts how each performance is a journey into historical tales of region, as Sarangi’s notes capture attention of all ages, keeping Dogra heritage alive in homes and garings, it said.

He often travels village to village, sharing se stories and music, sometimes at family events and garings, and also keeping trition of storytelling alive, statement said.

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