Bhopal, April 12 -- Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, at the New Year Fair in TT Nagar, on Saturday, emphasised how fairs provide employment opportunities to hundreds of people.

While addressing the gathering at the New Year Fair, CM Yadav said that fairs are important as they allow people to earn a livelihood, with some people depending upon the opportunities that come with these fairs to earn their livelihood for the whole year.

"How many people are getting employment from this fair. People are getting benefits in several ways. Fairs are important; they give opportunities. Several people participate in 2-3 fairs only every year and live on that livelihood for the entire year," he said.

He further added, "On this occasion, wh...