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| Dogri Play “Jasma” to represent J&K at National Theatre Festival | | JKAACL to showcase regional theatre at 25th Bharat Rang Mahotsav | 
Jammu, February 15 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) in collaboration with the Department of Performing Arts, Cluster University of Jammu is set to present its Dogri production “Jasma” at the 25th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav, organised by the National School of Drama.
The play will be staged at Abhinav Theatre on February 17, 2026, at 5 pm. The presentation at this prestigious international theatre festival marks a significant milestone for theatre in Jammu & Kashmir and highlights JKAACL’s sustained commitment to promoting regional languages and cultural expressions on national platforms.
“Jasma” is adapted from the renowned Gujarati play “Jasma Odan” written by eminent theatre personality Shanta Gandhi and translated into Dogri by noted theatre figure Kavi Rattan Sharma. The production reimagines the original folk legend within the Dogra cultural landscape, incorporating elements of the traditional Haran folk form and indigenous cultural motifs.
Jointly directed by Dr. Abhishek Bharti and Aparna Kapoor with music composed by Vishal Pandita, the production brings together faculty members and students in a collaborative creative effort. The play reflects the vibrancy of Dogri theatre and its evolving contemporary identity.
JKAACL has consistently endeavoured to provide national and international exposure to regional art forms and participation in such renowned festivals further strengthens the cultural representation of Jammu & Kashmir on larger platforms.
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