G-B music takes centre stage at Lok Mela

Event features musical group's performance of folk traditions

ISLAMABAD:

The sixth day of Lok Mela celebrated the rich cultural spirit and captivating music of Gilgit-Baltistan, as thousands gathered to enjoy the region's distinctive folk traditions.

The Gilgit-Baltistan Musical Night at the Lok Virsa's Open Air Theatre drew a massive audience with attending the festival throughout the day.

The evening featured an impressive lineup of folk artists and performers, including moderator Mir Aman Hunzai, Singers Shah Zaman, Sabir Hayat, Raja M. Ali Shah, Faisal Karim, Dawood Ahmad, Shan Ahmad and Shayan Ali Shah, accompanied by keyboard player Sabir Ali Khan and Sitar player Mir Afzal. Their heartfelt performances and traditional tunes filled the night with energy, celebrating the musical richness of the northern region.

Throughout the day, visitors explored artisan stalls, folk theatre, puppet shows, cultural food courts and regional pavilions that showcased Pakistan's diverse heritage. The Gilgit-Baltistan Pavilion remained a special attraction, featuring vibrant handicrafts, traditional attire and live craft demonstrations that drew wide public admiration.

Lok Virsa Executive Director Dr Muhammad Waqas Saleem appreciated the participating artists' role in promoting regional heritage and thanked the public for making Lok Mela 2025 a grand cultural success.

Lok Mela will continue at Lok Virsa, Shakarparian, Islamabad, welcoming the public daily from 10am to 10pm, until 16 November 2025.