Balochistan government, NAPA sign MoU to promote arts and performing culture
QUETTA, The Directorate of Culture, Government of Balochistan, and the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting arts, culture and performing arts across the province.
The agreement was signed during a dignified ceremony held in Quetta, attended by NAPA Chairman Board of Governors Syed Javed Iqbal, renowned social activist and former senator Roshan Khurshid Bharucha, senior artists, media representatives, cultural figures and members of civil society.
The MoU marks a significant step towards strengthening cultural activities and developing the performing arts sector in Balochistan. The initiative is the outcome of sustained efforts by the Directorate of Culture to enhance opportunities for artists and promote cultural expression throughout the province.
Officials highlighted the contributions of Secretary Culture, Tourism and Archives Hamidullah Nasir and Director Culture Dawood Tareen in facilitating the partnership. Their efforts have focused on improving standards in the arts sector and creating better avenues for training, development and professional growth for local artists.
Speaking at the ceremony, Syed Javed Iqbal, Roshan Khurshid Bharucha and other distinguished guests described the collaboration as a landmark development for the promotion of arts and culture in Balochistan. They noted that the partnership would enable young people and artists to benefit from professional training and mentorship in drama, music, theatre and other fine arts disciplines.
The speakers expressed confidence that the collaboration would help nurture emerging talent in the province while creating new opportunities for cultural and artistic growth. They observed that exposure to professional training and guidance would contribute to the development of a vibrant performing arts community in Balochistan.
Secretary Culture Hamidullah Nasir and Director Culture Dawood Tareen termed the agreement an important milestone for the cultural future of the province. They expressed hope that the partnership would help polish the skills of local artists, strengthen cultural institutions and bring Balochistan’s rich cultural heritage to greater prominence at the national level.