Jaipur.
The launch ceremony of the ‘Swar Sarita Bhavanjali Special Issue’—dedicated to the memory of K.C. Maloo, who devoted his life to the art, culture, music, and literature of Rajasthan—will be held on September 30 at Hotel Marriott, near Jawahar Circle, Tonk Road, Jaipur.
Vasudev Devnani, Speaker of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, will preside over the ceremony. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal will be the keynote speaker, while Jhabar Singh Kharra, Minister for Urban Development and Housing, Government of Rajasthan, will attend as the guest of honor.
Hemjeet Maloo, Editor-in-Chief of ‘Swar Sarita’, stated that the ‘Bhavanjali Special Issue’ prominently features reminiscences from those associated with K.C. Maloo, highlights the various facets of his personality, and showcases his dedication to Rajasthan’s art and culture. This special issue will serve as a medium to pass on the legacy of his life’s struggles, cultural vision, and commitment to artists to future generations.
Senior politicians, administrative officials, the Maloo family, the ‘Swar Sarita’ family, the Veena Group, and representatives from the world of art and culture will attend the event in large numbers to commemorate the multifaceted cultural contributions of K.C. Maloo, the founder-editor of the Veena Music Group’s monthly magazine, ‘Swar Sarita’.
It is noteworthy that K.C. Maloo played a pivotal role in providing a broad platform for Rajasthan’s folk art, music, and cultural traditions. Through ‘Swar Sarita’, he made continuous efforts to take Rajasthan’s folk melodies, folk artists, and cultural heritage to the rest of the country and the world. Published after his passing, this special issue is a significant effort to preserve his life, personality, body of work, and cultural contributions through words and memories.
