Jammu, May 18:
To mark International Museum Day, the Jammu Chapter of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) organized a special educational and cultural visit for the students of Sainik School Nagrota to the iconic Dogra Art Museum in Jammu.
The initiative aligns with the global 2026 theme, “Museums Uniting a Divided World,” which highlights the pivotal role these cultural repositories play in fostering dialogue, empathy, and mutual understanding across diverse communities.
Unlocking the Vaults of Dogra History
The educational tour was designed to provide the young cadets with a hands-on learning experience outside the classroom, transforming history from textbook pages into a living reality.
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Expert Guidance: The program was spearheaded and supervised by INTACH Additional Co-Convenor, Dr. Satwant Singh Rissam, who guided the students through the curated itinerary.
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Curator’s Insight: The Museum’s Curator, Mukul Magotra, personally apprised the visiting students of the deep historical significance of the institution. He walked them through the rare collections, offering deep insights into the rich artistic and cultural legacy preserved within the monument.
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Academic Support: The students were accompanied by their Art and Craft teacher, Ms. Mehdhavi, adding a valuable academic dimension to the interactive tour.
Inside the Dogra Art Museum: A Regional Treasure
The Dogra Art Museum stands as one of the most vital cultural institutions in the Jammu province. It is globally and nationally renowned for preserving rare priceless treasures, including:
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Basohli Miniature Paintings: Celebrated for their vibrant colors and fierce expressions.
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Ancient Manuscripts & Sculptures: Documenting centuries of regional governance and lifestyle.
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Royal Costumes & Historic Artifacts: Showcasing the grandeur of the Dogra dynasty and the socio-cultural evolution of Jammu and Kashmir.
INTACH’s Vision: Inspiring the Next Generation
This special drive reflects INTACH’s ongoing commitment to heritage conservation and public sensitization through student-centric outreach programs.
By engaging young minds on International Museum Day, the organizers aimed to instill a sense of pride and ownership in regional history. The initiative successfully highlighted that museums are not merely storerooms of the past, but living centers of knowledge, identity, and community connection.
