Surajkund Crafts Mela to be held from March 20 to April 4; J&K announced as theme state

New Delhi, Feb 22 (KNN) The 35th Surajkund International Crafts Mela-2022 has been re-scheduled from 20th March to 4th April, 2022 and Jammu & Kashmir has been chosen as the theme state for this year.

Craftsperson registered with Handlooms/Handicrafts, Ministry of Textiles, New Delhi & NGOs can apply offline.

While those who have not applied as on date, they can send their applications to the office of Managing Director, Haryana Tourism Corporation-cum-Chief Administrator, Surajkund Mela Authority, SCO-17-19 Sector-17-B, Chandigarh on or before 1st March, 2022.

Originally the event was supposed to take place from 4th to 20th February but due to rising covid cases the Haryana government decided to reschedule the event. 

Hundreds of artistes from Jammu & Kashmir will be performing different folk arts and dances. 

From traditional dances art forms to excuisite crafts, there is a bouquet of heritage and culture from Jammu & Kashmir to enthrall the audience. (KNN Bureau)