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“Bharat Parv” is being organized by the Government of India from 26th to 31st January, 2023, as part of the Republic Day Celebrations. The six - day mega event was inaugurated on 26th Jan, 2023 at Red Fort Lawns by the Union Minister for Culture, Tourism and DoNER Shri G.K Reddy.
On the occasion Shri G.K Reddy said that the celebration of Republic Day today will give new energy to the young population to work for the betterment of the country. He also added tjat Bharat Parv fulfils the spirit of Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat as artists, handicrafts, food stalls from all over India are present here. He further added that one can see mini India through Bharat Parv. He also informed that Bharat Parv this year is promoting Millets and is also showcasing achievements of different ministries.
On the occasion Secretary, Ministry of Tourism Shri Arvind Singh said that this year’s Bharat Parv brings together the vibrant rich culture of Bharat with participation by over 30 States/UTs & 20 Central ministries at this historical place.
Shri G.K Reddy unveiled Incredible India digital calendar of Ministry of Tourism at the event. The theme of the Calendar for 2023 is “The Incredible Festivals of India.”
Bharat Parv started in 2016, this year event highlights - Food Festival, Handicraft mela, folk and tribal dance performances, Performances by cultural troupes, Display of Republic Day Tableaux, illumination of Red Fort etc. Branding and promotion of Dekho Apna Desh, Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat, G20 and Mission LIFE would be undertaken during the event.
The six-day event will have the following major components:
Regional Cuisine Display and Sale
- Food Court
- Stalls by State govt.
- Stalls by IHM’s
- Stalls by Food Vendors
- Food Demonstrations (Focused on Year of Millets)
Handicraft & Handloom
- Stalls by DC, Handloom
- Stalls by State governments
- Stalls by KVIC, TRIFED
Culture & Heritage
- Choreographed performances by Zonal Cultural Centre (Ministry of Culture)
- Performance by States/UTs
- Special Performances
- Display of Tableaux
Achievements & Flagship Programme of Central Government Ministries and Organizations
Activity Zone
- Nukkad Natak
- Quizzes
- Painting Competitions
- Involvement of Tourism Yuva Club, School/College
- Experiential Zone