- Artists like Gen Z youth Pranjal serve as a vital link in passing on the state’s folk culture to the new generation — Chief Minister
A heartfelt letter from Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai has brought immense inspiration and joy to Pranjal Singh Rajput, a young folk artist from Raipur dedicated to preserving Chhattisgarh’s rich folk art, culture, and traditional forms and passing them on to the next generation. The young artist is deeply moved and overjoyed by the Chief Minister’s appreciation for his artistic pursuits, his education, and his efforts toward the preservation and promotion of the ‘Bharthari’ folk singing tradition.
- Pranjal deeply moved upon receiving the Chief Minister’s letter
Sharing his joy upon receiving the letter, Pranjal Singh said, “Receiving a letter from the Chief Minister is a moment of great emotion and pride for me and my family. He has acknowledged not only my art but also my academic pursuits. I am overwhelmed with joy; this is an unforgettable moment in my life. This affection and encouragement from the Chief Minister will provide me with fresh energy to continue promoting Chhattisgarhi folk art with even greater dedication.”
- Chief Minister’s letter commends his dedication to folk art
In his letter, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai praised Pranjal Singh’s multifaceted talent, noting that despite completing his postgraduate studies in Physics, he has kept various forms of folk music alive. His artistic journey—learning the ‘Bharthari’ tradition under the guidance of Smt. Rekha Jalakshatri—is now reaching other aspiring artists as well.
The Chief Minister specifically highlighted that in his ‘Bharthari’ performances, Pranjal skillfully integrates acting and dance alongside his singing. Furthermore, through his magnificent presentation of ‘Ahilya Gatha’, he has introduced several new and creative experiments within folk art forms.
- Providing Free Training to the New Generation
Chief Minister Mr. Sai highly commended the training initiatives undertaken by the young artist. He noted that Pranjal is providing training in ‘Lokgatha Bharthari’ (the folk ballad of Bharthari) to aspiring artists, entirely free of charge. Additionally, through his ‘Aakar’ (Shape/Form) workshops, he is sharing his artistic knowledge with everyone—from children to the elderly. Artists trained by him are now carrying this cultural legacy forward by performing on various platforms.
- The Prime Minister’s Call and the Role of Gen Z
In his message, the Chief Minister also referred to Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi’s call to preserve India’s ancient folk traditions and diverse storytelling styles for future generations. He remarked that Pranjal’s commendable effort in learning and teaching the ‘Bharthari’ tradition is firmly rooted in this national spirit. The Chief Minister identified Pranjal Singh as one of the promising young individuals of the ‘Gen Z’ generation, upon whose shoulders the future, glorious journey of Chhattisgarh’s folk arts rests.
Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai also extended his respectful greetings to Pranjal Singh’s parents—his father, Mr. Kamlesh Singh, and his mother, Mrs. Mamta Rajput—while offering his heartfelt best wishes for Pranjal’s artistic pursuits and his bright future.