Ganderbal :- Daniya Mushtaq, a 17-year-old artist from Kangan, Ganderbal, has gained recognition for her exceptional artistic skills.

Daniya's artwork focuses on societal issues, earning her awards at local and district-level competitions. She hopes to inspire other young people to embrace their hidden talent with their potential and leave a lasting impact in the desired fields.

Talking to Rising Kashmir Daniya Mushtaq said she had started drawing and painting at a very young age and has been wining hearts with her art work. “ I love to play with colours, when I was a kid, I started drawings”, she said.

Adding, “ I have competed in several art competitions which has not only given me recognition but also fetched me several awards at local and district level.”

She said there were lots of issues in society such as drug abuse or violence against women while she expresses her thoughts on these issues through her paintings.

She further said “I would like to give a message to the youth that try to bring out the talent that is hidden inside you to the world".