The much-awaited Basant Mela with huge setup & truly redefined gala format was inaugurated at Sector 5 Library ground in Bokaro as balloons were released and a mega flag hoisted on Friday. The first extended three-day mega event was formally inaugurated by Direct Incharge BSL Amarendu Prakash in the presence of Executive Directors, GMs, TA Chief BS Popli, senior officials of BSl, Members of Mahila Samiti and a large and enthusiastic gathering of locals . DIC Prakash while appreciating the format said during the Basant Mela festival, people come together to celebrate the arrival of spring and the beautiful weather that it brings. In addition to these activities, Basant Mela is also a time for people to come together and build community hence appealed all to come reunite together and be a part of it as this mela is characterized by a festive atmosphere.
The 51st edition of the Basant Mela features a total of more than 100 plus stalls including those belonging to various departments of BSL and other commercial agencies. TA Chief BS Popli while moving from the path of Happy Street said that truly the simplicity and the creativity of this concept have revolutionized the way melas are held. It's never before experience for the citizens and the objective of re-energising the city seems to be getting done after seeing glittering eyes and happiness of the people . Apart from the stalls of BSL’s Works division, the Fire Services department, Education, Medical and Health Services, Horticulture, CSR Stalls and Public Relations were major attractions of the mela. The stall of Mahila Samiti was also a huge draw with its wide range of eatables.
In the evening, a cultural programme was also organised in the mela which captivated the audience. On Sunday evening, Along with cultural dance programmes the winners of the lucky draw coupons organised by Mahila Samiti will also be declared, an official informed. BSL COC MK Dhan said that The Basant Mela organized this year after a gap of six years is proving to be a huge draw. It is not only an occasion for enjoying each -other's company and the beauty of the spring season, but also an opportunity for us to showcase the working models of our plant and other important activities.