APP17-121123ISLAMABAD: November 12 APP18-121123ISLAMABAD: November 12 – Artists performing in traditional style during “Folk Festival Lok Mela” at Lok Virsa. APP/SAK/FHA APP19-121123ISLAMABAD: November 12 – A craftsman making design on wooden box during “Folk Festival Lok Mela” at Lok Virsa. APP/SAK/FHA
Sindh Pavilion: A vibrant tapestry of rich culture at Lok Mela
APP34-081123ISLAMABAD: November 08 APP35-081123ISLAMABAD: November 08 – Caretaker Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah chairing BoG of the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage -Lok Virsa 32nd meeting at Lok Virsa. APP/TZD/FHA
Jamal Shah reiterates pledge to preserve Pakistan’s diverse culture
ISLAMABAD, Nov 5 (APP):The National Folk Festival (Lok Mela) was helping in promoting cultural tourism as a large number of local tourists coming from various parts of the country to enjoy amazing and mega event in the capital. Talking to APP, the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) official said that the biggest folk festival in… Continue reading National folk festival helping in cultural tourism promotion
APP06-041123ISLAMABAD: November 04 – APP07-041123ISLAMABAD: November 04 – "An artist showcasing her skills during the Ten-Day "Folk Festival Lok Mela" at Lok Virsa. APP/SMR/ABB/ZID APP08-041123ISLAMABAD: November 04 – "An artist showcasing his skills during the Ten-Day "Folk Festival Lok Mela" at Lok Virsa. APP/SMR/ABB/ZID APP09-041123ISLAMABAD: November 04 – "A traditional tea stall attracts the visitors…
Continue reading Folk singers performances during the Ten-Day “Folk Festival Lok Mela” at Lok Virsa APP05-041123 ISLAMABAD: November 04 – People purchasing traditional art items at the Ten-Day ‘Folk Festival Lok Mela’ held at Lok Virsa. APP/SMR/ABB/ZID
By Sidra Bukhari ISLAMABAD, Nov 04 (APP): Carrying the legacies of the folk culture of Pakistan for 43 years, the annual Lok Mela pulled huge crowds of people, including families, youth, and content creators, here late Friday Lok Virsa on its first day. The stall of Palestine was set up at the entrance of all… Continue reading Lok Mela’s cultural legacies pull big crowds
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APP29-031123ISLAMABAD: November 03 APP34-031123ISLAMABAD: November 03 – Pakistani artists performing Sufi dance at the opening ceremony of "Annual Ten-Day Folk Festival Lok Mela at Lok Virsa . APP/SMR/ABB APP35-031123ISLAMABAD: November 03 – Pakistani artists performing Sufi dance at the opening ceremony of "Annual Ten-Day Folk Festival Lok Mela at Lok Virsa . APP/SMR/ABB APP30-031123ISLAMABAD: November…
Continue reading Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Jamal Shah along with Palestinian Ambassador in Pakistan, Ahmed Jawad Rabei inaugurate the opening ceremony of “Annual Ten-Day Folk Festival Lok Mela at Lok Virsa Lok Mela Kicks Off in Islamabad with Spectacular Display of Pakistani Culture
ISLAMABAD, Oct 25 (APP):In a compassionate display of solidarity, Lok Virsa is set to host a special fundraiser exhibition, uniting Pakistani and international artists in support of Palestinian families. As the world’s thoughts and prayers turn towards the afflicted in Palestine, this event is aptly themed ‘In the Pursuit of Freedom.’ Citizens are urged to… Continue reading Lok Virsa to host fundraiser exhibition for Palestine’s victims
ISLAMABAD, Aug 18 (APP):Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah on Friday visited Lok Virsa -National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage soon after assuming charge. He was warmly welcomed by the senior officials. Later, the minister also chaired a meeting which was attended by Secretary National Heritage and Culture Fareena Mazhar… Continue reading Jamal Shah visits Lok Virsa
Lok Virsa music archives launched on digital platforms: PM
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APP26-180623 ISLAMABAD: APP27-180623 ISLAMABAD: June 18 – Young girl showing keen interest in traditional stuff on stall during Saqafati Mela promoting Pakistani culture providing entertainment to public at Lok Virsa. APP/TZD/FHA
APP09-180623 ISLAMABAD: APP10-180623 ISLAMABAD: June 18 – Woman displaying traditional stuff on her stall during the Saqafati Mela promoting Pakistani culture providing entertainment to public at Lok Virsa. APP/SMR/FHA APP11-180623 ISLAMABAD: June 18 –Artist busy in carving on marble piece during the Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa. APP/SMR/FHA
APP09-170623 ISLAMABAD: APP10-170623 ISLAMABAD: June 17 – Viewers enjoys watching puppet show during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa. APP/IFD/FHA APP11-170623 ISLAMABAD: June 17 – Artists performing cultural dance during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa. APP/IFD/FHA APP12-170623 ISLAMABAD: June 17 – Foreigner family purchasing traditional carpet during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa. APP/IFD/FHA APP13-170623 ISLAMABAD: June…
Continue reading Artist plays his musical instrument flute to attract people during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa APP86-150623 ISLAMABAD: APP85-150623 ISLAMABAD: June 15 - An artisan performing his skills on a stall during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa. APP/UER/ABB/TZD APP84-150623 ISLAMABAD: June 15 - Girls taking keen interest in handmade items on stall during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa. APP/UER/ABB/TZD
APP87-150623 ISLAMABAD: APP88-150623 ISLAMABAD: June 15 – A folk artist from Cholistan blowing fire from mouth during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa. APP/UER/ABB/TZD APP89-150623 ISLAMABAD: June 15 - Folk dancer performing traditional dance during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa. APP/UER/ABB/TZD APP90-150623 ISLAMABAD: June 15 - Folk dancer from Punjab performing traditional dance during Saqafati Mela…
Continue reading A folk artist from Cholistan blowing fire from mouth during Saqafati Mela at Lok Virsa 
