Attractions for Ranchiites who likes to explore places that have some unique attractions to lighten up their mood will continue with the onset of spring season. Despite the end of ‘Aadi Mahotsav’ that marked the celebration of tribal cuisines, cultures, crafts and commerce on a high note here on Sunday, the denizens of the State Capital will continue to rejoice as now floral treat at sprawling Raj Bhawan lawn.
Organised for the first time on such a grand scale, ‘Aadi Mahotsav’ that captivated the attention of public was finally wrapped up on Sunday at Audrey House in the presence of Chief Secretary Rajbala Verma including other dignitaries.
Through this mega fair, business of `74 lakh is reported to have taken place which is much more than the sale amount of previous host States like Jaipur and Bhopal.
Applauding the initiative of TRIFED, the organising body, Chief Secretary, said, “It is the beauty of such events that an individual get to witness the true spirit of this country. Under one roof, tribal communities have gathered to portray their cultures.
State Government as well is endeavoring hard to advertise the tribal artifacts. Attempts are being made to put up processing units for generating revenues and creating jobs.”
The denizens who beyond 10 days for the first time witnessed the amalgamation of tribal cultures of more than 15 States here in the Capital City while relishing some lip-smacking tribal cuisines will now have an opportunity to check out Raj Bhawan’s Garden decked up with numerous indigenous and foreign plants, trees and shrubs.
On popular demand of the public, for the first time, the Raj Bhawan garden will remain open for the masses for more than a week.
This year, welcoming public from all walks of life, Raj Bhawan, the official residence of the Governor of Jharkhand will remain opened for the public till February 18.
Blooming at its best, not just the flowers but fountains and Vatikas named after eminent personalities’ sets a perfect mood for the leisure buffs to spend quality time with their near and dear ones.
The Raj Bhawan garden spread over acres of land, every year gets an overwhelming response of the public who comes from distant places to get a glimpse of its gardens.
Around more than 70 varieties of flowers like petunia, dahlia, roses, aster and over 1,000 types of rare plants and trees is a treat to watch. Governor House has gardens like Akbar garden, Motilal Nehru garden, Jawaharlal Nehru garden including Birsa Munda garden.
Among other attractions of the Raj Bhawan gardens are the musical fountains and a few medical trees.