35th Surajkund International Crafts Mela to begin at Faridabad after two years gap

• Integrity Education, Delhi
• 19, Mar 2022

The 35th Surajkund International Crafts Mela will begin today at Faridabad near Delhi. The fair which will continue till 4th of April will be inaugurated by Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya and Chief Minister Manohar Lal this evening. The Fair is being organized after a gap of two years due to Covid-19. Our correspondent reports that the fair will showcase the richness and diversity of the handicrafts, handloom, and cultural heritage of the country.

AIR correspondent reports that in this fair, Jammu and Kashmir is participating as a theme State which is showcasing its unique culture and rich heritage through various art forms and handicrafts.  Replicas of Vaishno Devi temple, Amar Nath temple, Apna Ghar representing architecture from Kashmir, and commemorative gate of Mubarak Mandi -Jammu will be the main attractions of this year's Mela. More than 20 countries are participating in the event and the partner nation is Uzbekistan. The fair will remain open for the public from 12:30 PM to 9:30 PM. 

Sources : News on AIR