Theatre and cinema have long been the beating heart of Kashmiri cultural expression. Through our Theatre & Cinema Revival programme, CENTRE FOR PUBLIC INTEREST is bringing this rich tradition back to life — one stage, one story and one performance at a time.
We support local playwrights, train a new generation of actors, and stage original Kashmiri-language productions that speak to our history, our struggles and our hopes. From classic folk drama to contemporary social theatre, every production is rooted in the language and lived experience of the valley.
The programme also creates real opportunities for artists — offering workshops, rehearsal space, and a platform to perform before live audiences. By investing in performers and storytellers, we keep Kashmiri theatre alive as a living, evolving art form rather than a memory.
Whether you are an artist, a student, or simply a lover of the stage, this programme invites you to be part of the revival of Kashmiri performing arts.
Educating citizens on their rights, laws, government schemes and democratic responsibilities — especially in rural and border areas.
Objectives
- Assess the current state of the issue across Jammu & Kashmir.
- Identify key drivers, gaps and opportunities.
- Recommend evidence-based, actionable policy measures.
Methodology
A mixed-methods approach combining a literature and policy review, field surveys across representative districts, and stakeholder consultations with government, civil society and community members.
Findings
The study surfaces significant gaps between policy intent and on-the-ground implementation, with particular challenges in rural and border areas. Awareness and access remain the primary barriers.
Recommendations
- Strengthen last-mile delivery and grievance-redress mechanisms.
- Invest in community awareness and legal literacy.
- Institutionalise transparent monitoring and public reporting.
Conclusion
Closing the implementation gap requires sustained collaboration between institutions and communities, anchored in transparency, evidence and the public interest.
References
Government of J&K policy documents; CPI field studies (2025–2026); peer-reviewed literature on governance and public administration.
