Dehradun, Sept. 23 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Dehradun, 22 Sep: At a programme organised by the Dandi Kanthi Club family, Cabinet Minister Ganesh Joshi honoured Dr DR Purohit with the 'State Traditional Instrument Award' for his significant contribution to the preservation and promotion of Uttarakhand's folk culture, folk music and traditional musical instruments.

On the occasion, Cabinet Minister Ganesh Joshi said that Uttarakhand's folk culture and traditions are an integral part of the state's identity and invaluable heritage. Traditional musical instruments are an essential component of the state's folk culture, and every section of society should come forward to help preserve them.

He said that Dr DR Purohit has made notable contribut...