Bharat Parv, a national festival showcasing the country’s diverse culture, cuisines, handicrafts and catch glimpses of a progressive India was held.
It was inaugurated by Dr. Mahesh Sharma, Minister of State (Independent charge) for Tourism and Culture at Red Fort, Delhi on Republic Day.
Bharat Parv event is being organized by the Government of India at the Red Fort, Delhi from 26th to 31st January 2017, as part of the Republic Day 2017 Celebrations.
The prime objective of organizing the event is to generate a patriotic mood, promote the rich cultural diversity of the country, ensure wider participation.
It is also to popularise the idea of “Ek Bharat Shreshta Bharat.”
The Ministry of Tourism has been designated as the nodal Ministry for the event, the highlights of which include:
- Republic Day Parade Tableaux,
- Performances by the Armed Forces Bands (static and moving),
- Multi-Cuisine Food Court,
- Crafts Mela,
- Cultural Performances from different regions of the country and a
- Photo Exhibition by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has also set up a Photo Exhibition on the theme “Mera Desh Badal Raha Hai, Aage Badh Raha Hai.”
