Tourism to get thrust under cultural alliance with NE states, says Gujjar
Chandigarh, April 9
Heritage and Tourism Minister Kanwar Pal Gujjar said the state sees ample opportunity for exchange of craft alliance with north-eastern states which are rich in culture and living with eco-sustainability.
Gujjar along with senior officers of the Tourism Department are on a visit to Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur and Mizoram under a study tour programme organised by Haryana Tourism Corp. Ltd. While interacting with the mediapersons in Guwahati, he said stalls of these states became the cynosure at the Surajkund International Crafts Mela, Faridabad.
Surajkund Mela a huge platform
The Surajkund Mela in Faridabad itself is a big platform for the people of the north-eastern region to showcase their art and culture. Stalls of these states have become the cynosure at the mela. —Kanwar Pal Gujjar, Heritage and tourism minister
He added that previous governments have always cornered the development of these states, but under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, inclusive development of all the states are being ensured without any discrimination.
He informed that it is a matter of great pleasure that North Eastern
Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC)
under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) is willing to sign a MOU
on the exchange of
culture and craft alliance with Surajkund Mela Authority.
Gujjar said this cultural exchange initiative will provide thrust to the state tourism and also provide direct and indirect opportunities of employment to the youth of these states.
On visiting the NEHHDC Ltd., headquarter in Guwahati, he met the artisans and took details regarding their livelihood.
Gujjar further stated that Haryana is moving forward with the PM’s vision of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’.
The state has its rich customs and traditions, as well as folklore, to uplift its cultural heritage not just in India, but around the world.
Managing Director, NEHHDC, Brig R K Singh (Retd.), said this association will set a unique example for other states.
