Archive · 11 Oct 2026
Vijayawada Prepares to Host National Saras Aajeevika Mela
Vijayawada is getting ready for a large fair called the National Saras Aajeevika Mela.
It will run from October 13 to 31 at Punnami Ghat.
Women’s self-help groups from across India will bring products to sell and display.
The fair is expected to have 576 stalls and about 1,500 women participants.
Visitors can see textiles, handicrafts and food, among other things.
Organisers expect many people to come each day.
President Droupadi Murmu may open the fair on October 15.
Officials are planning services such as medical help, clean water and security.
The National Saras Aajeevika Mela 2026 is scheduled for October 13–31 at Punnami Ghat in Vijayawada.
Minister Kondapalli Srinivas reviewed preparations with SERP CEO Vakati Karuna and other officials.
The event is set to feature 576 stalls and around 1,500 women representatives from across India.
Organisers expect 50,000 to 100,000 visitors daily; President Droupadi Murmu is likely to inaugurate it on October 15.
Officials were asked to arrange security, medical services, sanitation, safe water, power, transport and accommodation.
- Who
- The Andhra Pradesh minister Kondapalli Srinivas and officials are overseeing preparations; women representatives from self-help groups across India are expected to participate.
- What
- The National Saras Aajeevika Mela 2026, featuring products and activities from self-help groups.
- When
- October 13–31, 2026; President Droupadi Murmu is likely to inaugurate it on October 15.
- Where
- Punnami Ghat, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- To host a national-level event showcasing self-help group products and activities.
Planned event benefits
Operational demands
Hosting the national fair
Planned event benefits
The minister described bringing the national-level event to Vijayawada for the first time outside the Delhi-NCR region as a matter of pride for Andhra Pradesh.
Operational demands
The expected large crowds during the Dasara season require comprehensive security and extensive visitor services.
- Event
- National Saras Aajeevika Mela 2026
- Dates
- October 13–31, 2026
- Venue
- Punnami Ghat, Vijayawada
- Stalls
- 576
- Expected participants
- Around 1,500 women representatives from all states and Union Territories
- Expected daily visitors
- 50,000 to 100,000
- Possible inauguration
- President Droupadi Murmu is likely to inaugurate the mela on October 15