Gaashtarukh: In order to promote the rich culture and traditions of Kashmir JKVM started a series of event called Gaaashtarukh from year 2013. The event was designed on the pattern of Indian Idol and competition was held among children in different age groups in three domains including Kashmiri Singing, Dance and Music. The event starts with area wise auditions, semifinals and then culminates into finals. Hundreds of children have taken part in this competition so far. The six editions of Gaashtarukh held so far has helped in reinforcing cultural values among children and many young Kashmiri artists have developed due to this exercise. These artists are in great demand these days at every cultural event being organized by various organisations in different parts of the country where Kashmiri Pandits have settled. These young talented artists got an opportunity to perform at Bahrain also.