Culture Minister Dr Mahesh Sharma will inaugurate Bharat Parv this
evening in New Delhi. The week-long Festival of India is a part of the
Independence day celebrations. The objective of the event is to generate a
patriotic mood, promote the rich cultural diversity of the country, ensure
wider participation of the general public and popularize the idea of Ek Bharat
Shreshtha Bharat.
The highlights of the event include display of the Republic Day parade
tableaux, performances by the armed forces bands, a multi-cuisine food court,
crafts mela, cultural performances from different regions of the country. The
cultural performances include
choreographed folk and tribal dances and music
from across the country. The Crafts Mela with 50 stalls will showcase the
diverse handicrafts of the country. There will be 11 theme state pavilions
where each state would showcase their achievements and initiatives, tourism
products and destinations.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is also setting up a Photo
Exhibition on the theme Mera Desh Badal Raha Hai, Aage Badh Raha Hai. The
festival will remain open to the public from 12 noon to 9 p.m. till 31st of
January and entry is free.
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