Traditional Games and Festivals
The latest episode of Jwandai Jazbey (alive spirits) focused on the importance and revival of traditional games and festivals for bringing peace in the region.
Importance of traditional games and festivals is something the youngsters cannot comprehend, due to their alienation from the culture. Internet and indoor games have taken their place, cultural festivals which were a source of promoting tradition also faded away. It is the responsibility of the youngsters and elders to play a role in promoting and bringing these games and festivals back, in order to maintain and sustain peace. Moreover, the program shed light on the role of Directorate of Culture and Tourism Corporation which is taking initiatives for arranging such events.
Mr. Khaista Rehman, Journalist, writer and member of a theater group, Peshawar, took part as the studio guest in the show.
Mr. Rehman said: “A person either stands firm on either belief or culture. Youth plays the role of the backbone in every activity. No money is required to keep the culture alive although resources are lacking. However, if our aim is clear, resources will be arranged automatically. Culture would definitely be promoted, if organizations like CRSS continue making the effort.”
A radio report was made part of the program. The report highlighted the recent event of Shandor Polo Festival in Chitral.
Two listeners took part in the program. The listeners stated that youngsters should learn about their culture from elders.
About Sabawoon
Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to, and significance for, youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra on Thursday.