Haryana Chief Secretary DS Dhesi on Sunday said that Surajkund fair is a major centre of cultural exchanges as it provide platform to know the culture of other countries.
This world famous fair, not only provides employment to lakhs of people but is also a main stage of preserving the Haryanavi cultural heritage, said the Chief Secretary who visited the ongoing 33rd Surajkund International Craft Mela in Faridabad.
Dhesi congratulated the Mela Authority and the district administration for making all best arrangements. He said that the grandeur of Mela is increasing and it has become center of attraction for all sections. As compared to previous years, this time, representatives of more number of countries have participated in the fair, he said.
On the occasion, the Chief Secretary, also sought the information regarding Madhogarh Fort on the main road in Mahendragarh.
After this, the Chief Secretary went around the stalls put up in the fair. He also sought information about handicrafts at a stall of Thailand country.
He also visited the stalls of South Africa, Netherland and at the stalls of many Indian artisans.