Archive · 31 Jan 2026
Bharat Parv 2026 and Surajkund Mela Celebrate India's Unity and Heritage
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan attended two important events in India.
The first was the closing ceremony of Bharat Parv 2026 at the Red Fort, which celebrated India's unity and diversity.
The Vice President said that the event showed India's commitment to becoming a strong and developed nation by 2047.
He also talked about the importance of the song 'Vande Mataram' and initiatives like Kashi Tamil Sangamam that bring different parts of India together.
The second event was the inauguration of the Surajkund International Atmanirbhar Crafts Mela, a big fair showcasing handicrafts, handlooms, culture, and cuisine from different states and countries.
The Vice President praised the artisans for preserving India's cultural heritage and launched an app called 'Mela Saathi' to improve the visitor experience.
He also appreciated the participation of Egypt as a partner country and the cultural performances that reflected India's rich diversity.
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan attended the closing ceremony of Bharat Parv 2026 at the Red Fort, highlighting India's unity in diversity and resolve towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047.
The six-day Bharat Parv festival showcased India's rich cultural diversity, artistic traditions, and tourism potential, organized by the Ministry of Tourism as part of the Republic Day celebrations.
Radhakrishnan inaugurated the 39th Surajkund International Atmanirbhar Crafts Mela, praising artisans as custodians of India's civilisational heritage and launching the 'Mela Saathi' app.
The Mela, held from January 31 to February 15, featured handicrafts, handlooms, culture, and cuisine from various states and countries, with Meghalaya as the theme state and Egypt as the partner country.
Radhakrishnan and other dignitaries appreciated the cultural performances and the spirit of 'Ek Bharat-Shreshtha Bharat', reflecting India's rich cultural diversity and the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- Who
- Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Union Minister of State for Cooperation Krishan Pal Gurjar, Haryana Minister for Heritage and Tourism Arvind Kumar Sharma
- What
- Closing ceremony of Bharat Parv 2026 and inauguration of the 39th Surajkund International Atmanirbhar Crafts Mela
- When
- January 31, 2026 (Mela inauguration), February 5, 2026 (Bharat Parv closing ceremony)
- Where
- Red Fort lawns (Bharat Parv), Surajkund (Mela)
- Why
- To celebrate India's cultural diversity, artistic traditions, and tourism potential, and to honor artisans and their craftsmanship
- Event
- Bharat Parv 2026 and Surajkund International Atmanirbhar Crafts Mela
- Location
- Red Fort lawns (Bharat Parv), Surajkund (Mela)
- Duration
- January 31 to February 15 (Mela)
- Theme State
- Meghalaya
- Partner Country
- Egypt
- Key Initiatives
- Kashi Tamil Sangamam, Mela Saathi app
- Domestic Tourism
- Over 400 crore visits in 2025
