Himachal Guv calls for preserving Himachal's cultural heritage, environment

Shimla, October 13 (UNI) Himachal Governor Kavinder Gupta has called for collective efforts to preserve Himachal Pradesh's cultural heritage, natural resources and traditional way of life, while urging people to protect local languages and keep youth away from drug abuse. He was speaking at the inauguration of 'Mukhautasur', a two-day theatre festival based on the novel 'Hidimb' by renowned author S.R. Harnot, at the historic Gaiety Theatre in Shimla on Monday evening. The play was presented by artists of Chandernahan Rangmanch, Rohru. The production conveys a message on protecting the environment, folk culture, mountains and rivers from growing commercial and…