Jammu and Kashmir Seeks UNESCO Recognition for Sufiyana Music Heritage
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has formally requested the Union Minister of Culture to support the inclusion of Kashmir's Sufiyana Music in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. This musical tradition, dating back to the 14th or 15th century, blends Persian, Central Asian, and Indian influences with local Kashmiri practices. Abdullah emphasized its cultural and spiritual significance, highlighting its role in promoting harmony and cultural dialogue, and noted that UNESCO recognition would aid in its preservation and global visibility.