YSS Doda hosts inter-zonal Viksit Bharat cultural & innovation fest

Doda, Oct 31: In a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture and innovation, the Department of Youth Services & Sports (YS&S) Doda on Friday organised the Inter-Zonal District-Level Viksit Bharat Cultural & Innovation Fest under the banner of Youth Festival 2025–26 at Sports Stadium Doda.

The festival, as per an official statement, brought together talented youth from various zones of the district to showcase their skills and imagination in diverse competitions, including Declamation, Story Writing, Painting, Folk Dance, Folk Song, Poetry Writing and Innovation (Science Exhibition), each event resonating with the vision of “Viksit Bharat” and highlighting the creativity, confidence and potential of India’s younger generation.

The event was graced by District Youth Services & Sports Officer Jaffer Haider Sheikh, along with several officials and cultural enthusiasts.

In his address, Jaffer Haider Sheikh commended the participants for their enthusiasm and talent, emphasising the vital role of such platforms in nurturing innovation, artistic excellence and cultural identity among the youth.

He appreciated the dedication of the field staff, officers and officials for their meticulous coordination and spirited efforts in organising the grand festival.

A panel of experts, drawn from reputed academic and cultural institutions, evaluated the performances and identified outstanding participants who will now represent District Doda at the upcoming Divisional-Level Youth Festival.

The event not only celebrated the rich cultural diversity of the region but also reflected the department’s steadfast commitment to empowering young minds through holistic development—blending art, culture, science and innovation in the spirit of national progress.