Srinagar, June 5 -- Asserting that preserving J&K's cultural heritage is a collective responsibility, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said Union Territory's rich legacy, handicrafts and handloom traditions reflect the soul of India's ancient civilisation.

Addressing the 'Rang-e-Kashmir Cultural Festival' at Sher-e-Kashmir Park here, the Lieutenant Governor said, "A nation's true strength lies not only in its wealth or might, but also in richness of its spirit, depth of its traditions and the vitality of its culture. India is a land where knowledge blossomed, traditions endured, and culture remained the soul that bound its people together."

He welcomed artisans, craftsmen, buyers and visitors participating in the festival, whic...