Diwali mela begins in Surajkhund today
Faridabad, Oct. 23 -- The third edition of the Surajkund Diwali mela in Faridabad will begin on Friday, with Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurating the event, officials said.
The mela, organised by the Haryana tourism department, will showcase culture, handicrafts, traditional attire, and regional delicacies, officials said.
Around 300 stalls will be set up, showcasing the work of artisans from different states of the country, officials said.
Haryana heritage and tourism minister Arvind Sharma said, "Surajkund Diwali mela is not merely an event for celebration and shopping, but also an important platform to preserve the skills of artisans."
The fair will conclude on October 26, with Union minister Manohar Lal attending the closing ceremony, officials said.
The four-day fair will feature a range of cultural performances, with Sufi and folk singer Kanwar Grewal among the key attractions....
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