Ramnamis tradition receives national honour, boosting Chhattisgarh's cultural pride

Ramnamis tradition saga receives national honor, boosting Chhattisgarh's cultural pride. In the 72nd National Film Awards, the documentary 'Ram-Nami' was declared the Best Documentary, and Culture Minister Rajesh Agrawal said it is a moment of pride for the entire state. Minister Agrawal congratulated director Bharatbala Ganpati and the entire team, saying the state's folk heritage has gained new recognition. Raipur – The award to the documentary 'Ram-Nami' as Best Documentary at the 72nd National Film Awards has created a jubilant atmosphere in Chhattisgarh. The minister described this achievement as a proud milestone for the state's rich cultural heritage, folk traditions and spiritual legacy, and extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to director Bharatbala Ganpati and the team. In his message, the minister said that the honor for the documentary is a source of great pride and joy for Chhattisgarh's rich cultural heritage. He emphasized that this honor is not just a film's achievement but a national acknowledgment of the state's folk traditions, cultural values and spiritual consciousness. He highlighted that the Ramnama community possesses distinct traditions, unwavering devotion to Lord Ram, a simple lifestyle and the preservation of folk culture, giving it a unique identity across the country. The tradition of inscribing the name of Lord Ram on the body, along with bhakti, harmony and spiritual values, makes this community an invaluable part of Chhattisgarh's cultural heritage. The documentary presented these traditions and values sensitively and impactfully, drawing attention worldwide. The minister said this recognition will give new prestige to Chhattisgarh's folk traditions and cultural identity on the national stage, will boost conservation, promotion and widespread dissemination of our rich cultural heritage, and will play a vital role in linking future generations to their cultural roots. He expressed confidence that this achievement will increase interest in Chhattisgarh's folk culture, tribal and traditional heritage, folk arts and spiritual traditions both domestically and internationally, granting the state's cultural identity new global prestige and encouraging cultural tourism. He congratulated director Bharatbala Ganpati and the entire production team for this remarkable achievement, stating that their success is an inspirational milestone that will elevate Chhattisgarh's cultural heritage to new heights. He hopes that similar outstanding creative efforts based on the state's folk culture and traditions will continue, strengthening Chhattisgarh's cultural identity at national and international levels.