Surajkund International Crafts Mela begins

The 30th Surajkund International Crafts Mela, organized by the Surajkund Mela Authority and Haryana Tourism in collaboration with Union Ministries of Tourism, Textiles, Culture and External Affairs began today. At least 23 countries will be part of the Mela, with China and Japan being the two focus countries.

The Surajkund Crafts Mela showcases some of the most exquisite handlooms and handicrafts of India and culture. Handmade fabrics soaked in ethnic colours make an eye catching display for the visitors.

This year Telangana will be the theme State, which is showcasing its unique culture and rich heritage and about 300 artistes from the state will perform different folk arts.

The girl students of government and government-aided colleges of Haryana will be given free entry to the Mela on weekdays, as a part of ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ campaign. 50 percent rebate on the entry tickets will be provided to the differently-abled persons, and senior citizens. In order to encourage youth participation, a discount of 50 percent on tickets is being given to college students on weekdays.

This year, visitors can relish mouth-watering cuisines including authentic flavours of Telangana, Haryana and Punjab, with Indian street food and other state specialties at the Food Court.

The Crafts Mela will run till 15th of February 2016 at Faridabad in Haryana.

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