Spring fair of vibrant colors and cultural harmony celebrated in China – Dainik Savera Times

The Vasant Mela, a colorful festival highlighting the rich culture and traditions of India, was held at the Indian Embassy in the Chinese capital Beijing on Saturday. It gives a golden opportunity to people from China and other countries to enjoy the music, dance traditions, and food of India. The event aims to promote cultural exchange and understanding between India and China.

This spring fair was also celebrated last year when Indian Ambassador to China Pradeep Kumar Rawat initiated it as a way of expanding the traditional Holi celebrations into a more significant fair. Like last year, the fair features many different cultural performances related to India, traditional music and dance, and stalls selling food and crafts from different regions.

Ambassador Rawat said that last year the Spring Fair was very popular among the Chinese people, in which more than 2,500 people participated. This fair acts as a bridge between the cultures of the two countries, and also promotes friendship and cultural exchange. The festival featured a mix of four styles of classical dance: Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Kuchipudi and Kathak, along with classical and fusion music.

This time, Indians and non-Indians were encouraged to wear traditional Indian clothes, which enlivened the atmosphere of the fair. Additionally, the stalls displayed products from different regions of India including crafts, hygiene items, henna, shawls, carpets etc., giving the attendees a glimpse of the diversity of Indian culture. Chinese artists also showcased their talent in Indian classical arts like Bharatnatyam, Odissi, Kathak, Tabla and Sitar at the fair.

His participation played a unique role in promoting cultural exchange between India and China. The fair was a huge success and a major milestone in the cultural exchange between the two countries. The Indian Embassy is committed to promoting cultural understanding and friendship between India and China through such vibrant celebrations. The Spring Fair is a symbol of cultural harmony, bringing together people from different backgrounds to celebrate friendship, love and the shared heritage of India and China.

(Akhil Parashar, China Media Group, Beijing)