Kargil, Oct 01: In a vibrant celebration of art and civic responsibility, the Tourism Department Kargil, in collaboration with the Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (LAAC&L), organized an interschool painting competition today at Government Higher Secondary School Baroo. The event, held as part of the nationwide Sewa Parv campaign (September 17 – October 2), drew over 25 young participants from schools across Kargil, all showcasing their creativity under the theme, “Viksit Bharat Ke Rang, Kala Ke Sang” (Colors of Developed India, Along with Art).
The competition encouraged students to explore the intersection of India’s development and its rich artistic heritage. Their paintings highlighted key dimensions of the Sewa Parv campaign, including cultural diversity, environmental stewardship, women-led progress, and community service. Many artworks reflected the importance of sustainability, volunteerism, cleanliness, and civic responsibility, underlining the campaign’s broader societal message.
In parallel, the Tourism Department and LAAC&L also organized a wall painting exhibition near Gandhi Park, Kargil, featuring contributions from young artists of Team Stringmo. The exhibition served as a public platform for creative expression, emphasizing themes of environmental conservation, sanitation, and a cleaner, progressive India through art.
The event concluded with the distribution of participation certificates and awards. Assistant Director Tourism and Special Officer for Cultural Activities, Muhammad Ali Tak, alongside Principal of Government Higher Secondary School Baroo, Muhammad Hussain Aziz, personally presented the accolades to the students. Participants were encouraged to continue using their artistic talents to promote the values and objectives of Sewa Parv.
The initiative reflects Kargil’s growing focus on engaging youth in community service and cultural preservation, reinforcing the importance of art as a medium for social awareness and national development.
