KATHMANDU: Former Prime Minister and Chairperson of CPN (Maoist Center) Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has said that the art and culture should be preserved to protect the identity of the country.
Dahal told artists who had come to play Deusibhailo at his residence in Khumaltar that art and sports have been his top priority since coming to the peace process. The event was organized by National Folk Media persons Nepal.
He also said it is the responsibility of all of us to promote our culture and strengthen our historical customs and traditions. Such activities make the new generation aware of the importance and cultural aspects of our festival and further strengthen national unity, he added.
Artists Manju Paudel, Radhika Hamal, Ayusha Gautam and others played Deusibhailo while Dahal also joined the group for a dance.
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