To observe the 36th Foundation Day of Madhya Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation, a series of cultural events would be organised here on Saturday.
The main event would be held at Bhopal Haat as 'Tourism Award Ceremony'. Home Minister Babulal Gaur, who would be present as the chief guest on the occasion, would inaugurate the event. Minister of Tourism and Culture Surendra Patwa would also be present.
The programme would begin at 7:30 pm at Bhopal Haat. Managing Director of MP Tourism Development Corporation Raghvendra Kumar Singh while talking about the programme informed that every year the foundation day of MP Tourisim is observed with a lot of fervour and also on a grand scale. He further informed that likewise every year this year too the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation would honour the organizations and individuals that work to promote tourism in the State.
Also the officials and employees, who contributed in tourism development works and have been honest towards their duty, would be awarded with appreciation awards.
An online quiz competition 'Bujho toh Jaane' about the places and history of Madhya Pradesh was also organised by the tourism corporation. The winners of the competition will also be given prizes. Moreover the new website of MP Tourism would also be launched on the occasion.
The famous folk dances of the State like Baiga dance, Matki dance, Badhai dance and Gangaur dance would also be performed on stage. Folk singer Prahlad Tipaniya would also present Kabir Gayan before the Bhopalites which would be followed by the folk vocal performance by Sanjo Baghel.
On this occasion, a ceramic mela and food festival will also be organised. Under the food festival, famous regional dishes would enhance the taste buds of the Bhopalites.