PESHAWAR: Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Haji Ghulam Ali, administered the oath to the newly elected office bearers of the Artist Action Foundation which is the first of kind in KP and the entire country.
The oath-taking ceremony was jointly organized by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture and Tourism Authority and the Artist Action Foundation at Nishtar Hall Peshawar
The Caretaker Minister for Finance, Ahmad Rasool Bangash and senior artist Khayal Muhammad and artists from across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were present at the ceremony held in Nishtar Hall.
The organization is the first of its kind which aims to work for the welfare and benefits of the artists community.
Addressing the oath-taking ceremony, Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Haji Ghulam Ali said that artists are the custodians of our heritage, our past and future, adding that their work transcends borders, becoming a universal language that speaks to the hearts and minds of people around the world.
He also appreciated the efforts of artists to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage and traditions of our province.
He announced Rs. 500,000 for the foundation and said that efforts would be made to establish more support for them.
He mentioned that their issues would be raised with relevant authorities for resolution.
Governor KP stated that these events will not only entertain but also serve as a bridge between generations, connecting the rich traditions of the past with the dynamic creativity of the present.
Provincial Finance Minister Ahmad Rasool Bangash said that steps would be taken for the facilitation of the artist community.
He also appreciated their efforts in promoting KP culture, heritage and a positive image.
A musical evening was also held on the occasion, attended by a large number of renowned artists. Various cultural shows were presented and largely appreciated by the audience.”
