The festivity of Punjab Day was the centre of attraction at Punjab Pavilion in the ongoing 33rd India International Trade Fair, 2013, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on Thursday night.
Renowned Punjabi singer Gurdas Maan enthralled the audience with his popular songs that made the audience swayed with pulsating rhythm of the folk during a cultural evening, organised by Punjab Small Industries and Export Corporation limited (PSIEC). A spokesman said that the chief guest for the occasion was the State Industries and Commerce Minister Madan Mohan Mittal, while the Chief Parliamentary Secretary for Industries NK Sharma was the guest of honour. They took the round of Punjab pavilion.
The entrance reception area has a creative 3D-mural based on the inclusive growth and showcases “progressive Punjab” as holistic units. “En route umbrella-1 to umbrella-2, highlights of Engaging Youth through Sports via graphic wall is projected as State’s initiative in above pursuit. Shining Punjab visual is self-explanatory of growth in the State,” he said.
In umbrella-2, the highlights are: Science and Technology, Punjab Agricultural University, Punjab Agro, Punjab Mandi Board, Milkfed, Markfed. “Extensive display work of state’s vibrant industry is showcased,” added the spokesman. He said that the visitors also have an opportunity to buy traditional handicrafts items from various stalls in the pavilion. The stalls are given at concessional rates to Punjab craftsmen most of them are national and state awardees, he added. Pavilion is conceptualised and executed by PSIEC promoting small-scale industry to grow in Punjab.