Dogri folk artist Romalo Ram gets Padma Shri for reviving “Geetru and Bhakh”

In a ceremony held in New Delhi on Thursday, Romalo Ram, a Dogri folk artist from Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district, received the prestigious Padma Shri award from President Droupadi Murmu.

The recognition was bestowed for Ram’s significant contributions to the field of Art, particularly his dedication to reviving the traditional folk art form “Geetru and Bhakh”.

Through his tireless efforts and commitment, he has breathed new life into these fading art forms. This recognition is a testament to the impact Ram’s work has had on preserving and promoting Dogri folk art and enriching the cultural landscape of Jammu and Kashmir.