STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: Sargam Sharma enthralled the music lovers in a scintillating musical programme organised by Indian Cultural Forum (ICF) here on Sunday.
Sargam Sharma, who is pursuing her higher studies at Munich, Germany, is in town for her vacations. She’s a disciple of veteran singer and music director Sham Sajan and an integral part of ICF family.
Prof. R.D Sharma, Vice Chancellor, Jammu University was the Chief Guest on the occasion while Prof. Rita Jitendra, former Secretary, J and K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages, presided over the programme. Neeru Sharma, President, J and K Rashtra Bhasha Prachar Samiti, was the Guest of Honour.
Sargam presented six songs in the programme that included four songs in Dogri and two Urdu Ghazals. The entire audience gave a standing ovation to the singer at the conclusion of the programme.
Sham Sajan had composed all the songs of the programme and he accompanied the singer on harmonium. Anil Raina on flute and Kuldip Kapoor on Tabla provided ample evidence of their mastery over their respective instruments.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. R.D Sharma congratulated Sargam Sharma on her talent and proficiency and wished that she pursues her musical journey, while pursuing her studies. Prof Rita Jitendra, in her presidential address, commended Indian Cultural Forum and Sham Sajan for giving a rare treat to the music lovers in the form of this programme.
Prof. Lalit Magotra, in his welcome address, highlighted the activities of the forum and emphasized that the organization is committed to continue organizing such programmes in future also. Ravinder Kaul compered the programme.
