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Saras Mela 2020: 16th edition of Saras Mela inaugurated at New Town Mela Ground, Kolkata

The state Panchayats and Rural Development Department yesterday (December 23) has organized the 16th edition of Saras Mela at New Town Mela Ground, Kolkata.

According to the official report, Artisans from 12 Indian states, including Bengal, will be participating in the 16th edition of Saras Mela. As many as 239 stalls will be set up by the Self Help Groups and entrepreneurs from all districts of Bengal and other states. The stalls will showcase attractive hand made products.

“We were initially caught in a dilemma over hosting the fair. It was a difficult task roping in artisans from all parts of the state amid the COVID-19 pandemic situation. But our officers worked hard and finally, we will host the fair,” Subrata Mukherjee, state Panchayats and Rural Development minister said.

Assam, Rajasthan, Goa, Nagaland, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Puducherry, Chattisgarh, Telangana, and Bihar have already given their consent.

“SHG members from different parts of the country will come with lucrative handicrafts, handlooms, and a variety of food items. So, it will naturally play an important role in cultural exchange,” added Mukherjee.

For COVID-19 precaution, Government will take adequate measures will be taken for sanitization and thermal screening of body temperature. No visitor will be allowed to enter without wearing a mask.

The fair will commence every day from 12 Noon to 7.30 p.m, and it will continue till January 3, 2021.

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