KSOU Mysore hosts vibrant All India Postal Cultural Meet

The 38th All India Postal Cultural Meet recently concluded at the Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) campus in Mysore. This five-day cultural festival, organized by the department of posts, featured a wide array of artistic performances. The inauguration was led by Jitendra Gupta, director general of postal services, who emphasized the department's commitment to showcasing employee talent.

Opening day events included solo classical dance competitions in both junior and senior categories, featuring styles like Kuchipudi and Kathak. Vocal contests spanned Carnatic and Hindustani classical music traditions. Instrumental performances on instruments such as the mridangam, flute, and veena were also highlights of the meet.

Internationally acclaimed violinist Mysore Manjunath spoke at the event, reflecting on the deep-rooted connection between postal services and the public, likening post offices to emotional conduits. He also noted the historical significance of commemorative stamps. Chief postmaster general K Prakash remarked on how cultural contests foster unique enthusiasm by uniting people through artistic expression.