A large number of people visited the Doon Haat exhibition here on Sunday. Developed with assistance from NABARD for creating suitable market for the regional handloom and handicrafts, the Doon Haat has been attracting a steady stream of visitors since its inauguration by chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat a few days ago.
In the ongoing exhibition, stalls belonging to various districts of Uttarakhand have been installed under one roof to exhibit handmade products.
Under the Uttarakhand Handloom and Handicrafts Development Council, Himadri brand products are also being endorsed and marketed in Doon Haat.On Sunday, those visiting the Doon Haat were entertained with colorful cultural programmes.
The main attraction of Sunday event was Jagar rendition by Padma Shri awardee Basanti Bisht.
During her performance, she also sang songs on the traditional artisans of Uttarakhand which was much appreciated by the audience present in the event. Along with this, in a performance of Hansa group organised by the Culture Department, Garhwali, Kumaoni and Jaunsari folk dances and songs were performed. Those present on the occasion included the Industry director Sudhir Nautiyal, deputy director Shaily Dabral and others from the department.