The launch was attended by the Principal Secretary of the Culture Department; the Secretary of IT; the Executive Director of the Mubarak Mandi Heritage Society; the Secretary of the J&K AAC&L; and other concerned officers.

 

The website, https://culture.jk.gov.in, serves as a single digital window for citizens, artists, researchers, and institutions to access departmental information, cultural resources, and public services in a transparent and user-friendly manner.

 

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Secretary described it as a significant step towards leveraging technology for the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage while enhancing citizen engagement and service delivery under the Digital J&K initiative.

 

A key upcoming feature of the portal, as described by Principal Secretary of Culture Brij Mohan Sharma, will be the online booking facility for auditoriums and halls belonging to the Department.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThis will allow users to check availability and submit booking requests digitally. The system is aimed at ensuring transparency, efficiency, and ease of access to cultural infrastructure across the Union Territory.

 

The portal offers detailed sections on the Department's profile, divisions, legislation, projects, and both tangible and intangible cultural heritage. It also provides real-time updates on events, orders, circulars, and official notifications.

 

The website hosts rich digital galleries showcasing monuments, festivals, performances, archaeological artefacts, sculptures, terracotta objects, traditional jewellery, and other cultural assets, reflecting the diverse and vibrant heritage of Jammu & Kashmir.

 

The Department of Culture reiterated its commitment to safeguarding, promoting, and digitally documenting the cultural legacy of Jammu & Kashmir through modern, accessible, and transparent platforms.(KNS)