Lok Mela in full swing at Lok Virsa in Islamabad

The ten-day Lok Mela is continuing at Lok Virsa in Islamabad with an aim to promote the rich art and culture of country.

People from all walks of life are participating in the Mela and getting enthralled through the various entertainment’ events being held in the festival.

The festival features provincial pavilions, shopping stalls, food vendors, musical performances, highlighting the diverse cultures and traditions of all four provinces, in addition to Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.

Folk theatre and Putli Tamasha are receiving immense attraction of the general public and people are also showing interest in the story telling section.

One of the unique features of Lok Mela is the musical nights of all the federating units and tonight is reserved for the music of Gilgit Baltistan.

In the Mela, an open mic is also reserved for the general public and volunteers are showing their talent by singing the songs.

In a bid to show solidarity to the innocent people of Palestine, a special stall is reserved for the collection of donations to address their miserable plight. All the events of festival are being held in the expression of solidarity with the people of Palestine.

Source: Radio Pakistan