As the Diwali festival knocking the door, the Bhopalites are now busy with shopping for the big day at Deep Mela 2013 put up at Gauhar Mahal. The fair is evoking a good response from public specially the female participants. Notably, the mela began on October 22 and would continue till November 1.
Huge crowd of buyers is observed at the fair to buy the exotic collection of Diwali stuffs at affordable prices. The mela is organised by Madhya Pradesh Handloom and Handicraft Corporation for the denizens to shop for the best during this season.
The mela sports a major collection of dress materials, enthralling the ladies. The stalls of household decoration would captivate a big crowd at the spot. One could find a wonderful collection of designs in different patterns and prints. There are printed materials beautifully embroidered with Batik Print, Dabu Print, Hand-Block Print and one of the most renowned and loved in all seasons, Bagh Print there.
Such fairs always showcased traditional items for the buyers and Gauhar Mahal has got all handicraft and handloom stuffs of the State. One could have a look at huge varieties, from earthen diyas to household accessories, all could be found under one roof. The shopping for Diwali is going on with a lot of fervour and people are buying a range of decorative pieces for their homes.
There are also earthen kitchen appliances from Jhabua, which were much in demand at the fair. The fair not only includes varieties of diyas but, it has a special candle. The candles range also includes perfumed candles as well in various designs. Besides, ladies’ stuff is a major part of this exotic shopping fair. They are more inclined to buy stuff for their houses. They could not only buy decorative items but, imitation jewelleries for themselves or even as a gift on the festive occasion.
The historical shopping hub of the city has it all. The mela exhibits diyas from districts of Madhya Pradesh and even other Diwali celebration items from each corner of the State. People are seen satisfied as they buy new bed sheets, cloths and other decorative items for this Diwali.