Chhattisgarh’s Culture mesmerizes audience at India International Trade Fair on State Day
- Audience swayed to the tune of Chhattisgarh folk songs
It was an evening filled with Chhattisgarh’s rich art and culture in India International Trade Fair (IITF) at Pragati Maidan. Artists from various districts of the state mesmerized hundreds of audiences with their performances at Amphitheatre here on the occasion of Chhattisgarh Day celebration.
Chief Minister in his address, described the state as “land of possibilities” and said that Chhattisgarh is now playing an important role in the construction of “strong India”. Several effective steps have been taken by the government to promote infrastructure development, innovation in agriculture, and industries in the state. Our aim is to make the state a pioneer in the field of education, health, and employment. Chhattisgarh is set to create a global identity with its cultural heritage and a combination of modern development.
On this occasion, Chhattisgarh’s Investment Commissioner posted in Delhi Ritu Sain, Secretary to the Chief Minister, Rahul Bhagat, Secretary of Culture Department, Anbalgan P, Director of Culture and Official Language Department, Vivek Acharya, General Manager of Minor Forest Produce Manivasan S, General Manager of CSIDC, Vishwesh Kumar, Public Relations Commissioner, Ravi Mittal, Resident Commissioner, Shruti Singh and other dignitaries were present at the function.
The chief minister visited the Chhattisgarh Pavilion and interacted with craftsmen and artisans.
Chhattisgarh pavilion, on the first floor of Hall No. 5, is showcasing its spectrum of products including handlooms and handicrafts at the 43nd edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF) at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.
A total of 11 stalls have been put up for display in the area measuring 500 sq feet, depicting this year’s theme ‘Developed Chhattisgarh @ 2047’. The pavilion showcases the state’s multifaceted growth and displays their industrial, agricultural, herbal and handicraft products as per the speciality of each region.
The cultural event at the amphitheatre started with lamp lighting followed by dance performances by cultural troops. Spectators appreciated the performances with a big round of applause. Gaura-Gauri dance was also performed. A passionate performance of Bhojli dance was the next to cast a spell on the entire audience.
The group showed ‘Raut Naach’ and ‘Karma dance’ especially performed to mark the beginning of spring season.
The group of women artists showed folk dance ‘Sua Naacha’ or parrot dance especially performed during the Diwali festival. It is a symbolic form of dancing related to worship. Dancers keep a parrot in a bamboo-pot and form a circle around it. Then performers sing and dance, moving around it with clapping. This is one of the main dance forms of tribal women of Chhattisgarh.
The melodious song and the sound of clapping combined to create an enchanting atmosphere. The rhythm and melody of the song accompanied with the dance created a soothing affect.
The group of men artists showed folk dance ‘Panthi’ dance, one of the most popular ritual of Satnami community. The dance commenced with slow movements to the accompaniment of a song led by the leader of the group. The tempo increased gradually and created an enchanting atmosphere.