Jharkhand’s ethnicity that enfolds diverse mores displayed the blend of its cultural bequest on the fifth day as well at 31st Surajkund International Crafts Mela. A variety of arts and crafts kept at the international fair is grabbing the attention of the visitors here.
The Surajkund Mela that is enriched with the art and beauty of Jharkhand is leaving its mark on visitors. Artists from across Jharkhand are displaying their talent with utmost beauty and perfection. Artists are also satisfied with the arrangements made at the fair that is giving them a homely feel.
Amidst all the fun and performances, visitors interacted with the artists including the artisans. The scenario got more appealing and lively when the artists at the fair not just performed but also interacted with the visitors promoting the essence of their State.
Poona Kumari from Dumka district who is exhibiting one of the finest work of Jado Patia painting on the cloth is enthralled on being the part of this much acclaimed International Fair. When asked about her experience in Delhi for the first time, her eyes sparkled with joy and she thanked the organizers for making her the part of this event.
Her sister, Kavita Kumari had a similar story to narrate. Artists spoke about the facilities that have been given to them at the Surajkund Mela lodging grounds, which pamper them with the necessary convenience and comfort. In excitement, few artistes unanimously added that they have got a wonderful opportunity and a bigger platform to display their skills and are immensely enjoying the arrangement at mela.
Similarly, Md. Zaid Aalam of Godda district, who owning a cloth shop added that he is having a great time at the fair and learning a lot while interacting with shopaholics. Kavita Karn of Bokaro, who is exhibiting her painting collections and Krishna of Jamshedpur, portraying his Dokra art of Jharkhand were delighted and ecstatic by the facilities provided to them during their stay at Faridabad, Haryana as well.
Artists from every nook of the State who is the part of this fair shared their experiences of the Mela. Outside the Apna Ghar, a replica of a typical Santhal house from the Pre Aryan period has been crafted out providing a sublime stay at the site covering huge acres of the land.
All the tribal artists and folk dancers, who had a lively interaction with the urbane, shared their living experience with the visitors and organizing committee members.
From good quality food to other hygienic stuffs, the facilities provided to them is at par with the world-class level, claimed another artistes who was busy arranging his stuffs at the fair.