Literature, art, music bolsters social unity: President Paudel

Kathmandu, May 8: President Ramchandra Paudel has said that literature, art and music would strengthen social unity. 

At Natikaji National Music Award and Prize Distribution programme organised at Sheetal Niwas today, President Paudel argued that literature, art and music have brought all Nepalis to unity. 

Stating that literature, art and music have laid foundation for national wealth and identity of our country with pluralism and diversities, he noted, "Art, literature and music set foundation to bolster national unity by increasing love, friendship and fraternity among each other." 

President Paudel stressed on the promotion of Nepali songs and music, and urged to strike balance between its development and modernization. 

Crafting new creations through the use of modern technology and innovative practice by preserving traditional styles are both challenge and opportunity to creators, he   underlined. 

The President opined that the state should always respect and honour to those involved in the field of art and music. "The government and bodies concerned should always support for the respect of litterateurs, protection of culture and development of music," the Head of the State added. 

Mentioning that contribution of Natikaji in the creation of modern songs and music following Nepali folk rhythm is exemplary, President Paudel said, "Awareness, love, patriotism and human sentiments in Natikaji's creations have immortalized him forever among Nepali songs and music lovers."  (RSS)