Jammu, June 1:
In a spectacular celebration of rhythm, melody, and youthful energy, the Jamm & Rock Music and Dance Institute successfully organized its highly anticipated “Young Talent Music Competition” yesterday, June 1, 2026. Held at the prestigious Writers Club, Abhinav Theatre in Jammu, the high-profile cultural event served as a dynamic platform for the region’s emerging and young musical virtuosos to showcase their finely honed skills.
The grand event commenced with the traditional lighting of the ceremonial lamp, a symbolic initiation performed by a distinguished panel of guests to invoke auspicious beginnings. Welcoming the gathering, Mrs. Shweta Goswami, Director of the Jamm & Rock Music and Dance Institute, extended a warm reception to the visiting dignitaries, veteran artists, energetic participants, and enthusiastic audience members who filled the auditorium.
“Our core objective behind establishing this competitive arena is to cultivate creativity, nurture inherent artistic potential, and consistently drive cultural engagement among our regional youth.” > — Organizing Committee, Jamm & Rock Institute
Reflecting the high profile of the event, Sh. Arvind Gupta, Honorable MLA Jammu West, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Addressing the enthusiastic gathering, Sh. Arvind Gupta praised all the participants for their technical prowess and passion, while highly lauding the management and members of the organizing institute for creating vital platforms that channel the energy of the youth into creative, constructive pathways.
The event was further elevated by a stellar cohort of Guests of Honour and prominent regional administrative figures, including Anil Angral Rehari; Kushant Prajapati, President of the Bakshi Nagar Mandal; and the President of the Talab Tillo Mandal.
Distinguished Panel & Cultural Masters in Attendance
The event saw strong solidarity from Jammu’s premier socio-cultural, political, and artistic circuits, including:
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Renowned Masters: Sh. Rani Sharma, Smt. Satybhama Dubey, and Mr. Rohit Sharma (Celebrated Santoor Player).
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Prominent Community Leaders: Dr. Poonam Sharma, Mrs. Pooja Sharma (General Secretary, Ambhala Mandal), Mrs. Manhas, Smt. Kanta Sharma (Senior Artist), Akhil Sharma, and Maresh Sharma.
The cultural program was seamlessly steered by the co-hosting duo of Mr. Vanshika Arora and Mrs. Shweta Goswami. Notably, Ms. Vanshika Arora also pulled double duty on the occasion, being warmly received and felicitated by the organizing committee as a Special Guest for the evening.
As the intense competitive rounds wrapped up, a deeply heartfelt vote of thanks was proposed on behalf of the institute by Mr. Amit Sharma. He expressed his profound gratitude to the distinguished guests for their invaluable time, to the expert panel of artists for their guidance, and to the dedicated parents, local supporters, and key event sponsors—Wonder Home and Wow Kids, Channi Himmat—whose backing made the large-scale celebration possible.
