A Case Study of Suraj Kund

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The Surajkund Crafts Mela is held every year in the month of February in

Haryana. The festival is also popular amongst the residents of Delhi. It was

held for the first time in the year 1981. Surajkund Crafts Mela acts as a

platform for displaying folk arts and crafts from all over the nation. Suraj

Kund Handicrafts Fair is a unique opportunity for the talented artists,

weavers, painters, sculptors and craftsmen from different regions of India, to

display their skill. The whole preparation of the fair is done, keeping a

particular state in mind. Every year a new state is chosen as the theme and

the entire decoration is changed accordingly. Handicrafts of some of the

states showcased at the Surajkund Crafts Mela are:

Banjara and Bunni embroidery of Gujarat

Phulkari embroidery of PunjabLace and crochet from GoaSandalwood and rosewood carving of South IndiaKantha work of West Bengal and North Eastern statesChikan work of LucknowChikri woodcraft of KashmirThe festival is highlighted by the special Natyashala folk dancesand musical evenin s or anized at the o en-air theatre.


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With the launch of the Surajkund Crafts Mela in 1981, HaryanaTourism set a precedent in organizing cultural events on a nationallevel. Now internationally famous, the fortnight long fair .With thelaunch of the Surajkund Crafts Mela in 1981, Haryana Tourism set a

precedent in organizing cultural events on a national level. Nowinternationally famous, the fortnight long fair also celebrates the

rhythms of folk theatre - all of which endear one to the simple charmof the Suraj Kund Mela village.

The Crafts Mela celebrates the finest handlooms and handicraftstraditions of country. Held in the month of February from 1st-15th, the

fair embodies the spirit that runs through the people of India and itsrich culture. The Suraj Kund Crafts Mela is held just 8 kms from South

SURAJ KUND CRAFTS MELA


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The Dazzling SpectacleBeneath thatched roof platforms,

master craftspersons carefullydisplay the finest of handlooms and

handicrafts from all over thecountry. The event is so colorful

and rich in experience, that many atourist has returned to visit it againand again. The prices are relatively

low compared to emporia, andsome of the stuff can be amazing.

Shops at the Mela bustle with the brilliance

of mirror encasing embroidery, delicate

lace work, folk motifs on terracotta forms,

metal and cane-ware, the tinkle of bangles,

shimmer of iridescent silks and the jingle

of toys and trinkets. The Suraj Kund Crafts

Mela is more than a celebration of crafts.

At the fan shaped open-air-theatre name

'Natya shala' rich folk dances and musical

evenings are held throughout the

fortnight.The Irresistible Cuisine

The fun-filled mela celebrations every year, come as a mini

food festival. Some of the popular food traditions arrive

from Punjab and South Indian delicacies come in from the

South Indian section. Popular Chinese and snack foodsalso arrive for the event alongwith a special stall where

patrons are introduced to the traditional foods and sweet

meats of the theme state. The Suraj Kund Crafts Mela also

comes as an event that celebrates the vibrant rhythms of

folk theatre. All these colourful events flower before theaudience in the open-air-theatre named Natyashala.


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For the mela, some of the most delightful crafts collections

arrive from practically all over the country. In wood and cane

craft come inlay work from Punjab and rosewood carving,

sandalwood from South India. 'Chikri' woodcraft of Kashmir and

some very fine cane craft come from West Bengal and North

Eastern states. Delicate 'Sholapith' and 'Shital Patti' work come

from Assam and West Bengal.In embroidery, the Phulkari of

Punjab, the 'Banjara' and 'Bunni' embroidery of Gujarat and

Rajasthan, the 'Kantha' traditions from West Bengal and Tripura,

lace and crochet from Goa, the 'Suzni' of Kashmir and mirror

encasing work alongwith the traditional 'Chikan' work of

Lucknow delight.

ArtisticallyDexterous Crafts


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In the section of floor covering the 'Namda' and carpetof Kashmir, the 'Punja Durrie' of Haryana and Punjab,

the woolen druggets of Mirzapur and coir and ragcarpets of south India fascinate the visitors.

Oxidized jewellery, seashell decorations and agate stone

work delight as also the delicate gold work and chunkysilver jewellery. Toys in wood and cane, ply and mudmake the young thrill with joy.

The fascinating 'Phad' paintings of Rajasthan, the 'Kalamkari' of Andhra and

Karnataka, temple paintings of Orissa, 'Madhubani' of Bihar are also on display.

In the metal section, tribal 'Dhora' work, classical South Indian metal work,

glittering brassware, bell metal and iron craft delight collectors.


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Handicrafts of Surajkund crafts Mela.


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Surajkund Crafts Mela: Showcasing BengalBengal is the theme state of the famous Surajkund Crafts Mela, this February. Thevenue has been decorated with traditional artwork and exquisite motifs. Sixty-one

artisans from West Bengal are participating in the fair.

One of the unique features of the fair is that its decor is based onthe theme of a particular state and the state chosen changes every

year. The entrance, the grounds, the furniture, the colors, thearchitecture and everything else will remind you of the state chosen.

There will even be a special stall dedicated to the local cuisines ofthat state. There are approximately 400 hundred stalls at the venueand there is always a particular craft that gets more highlighted inany given year. Another major attraction of the Surajkund Crafts

Mela is that here you will get the handicrafts at a discounted price.
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Surajkund Crafts Mela, the brainchild of the

tourism department of Haryana was launched

in 1981, celebrates the vibrant culture of

India. The fair, celebrated from February 1st

to 15th, is set against the background of

Surajkund Mela village, which displays its

own simple charm, tantalizing the tourists

and visitors alike. The fair was initially

launched by Haryana Tourism to act as a

platform for the artists to share their art with

the common man and where cultural events

could take place on a national level. But now

it has gained international recognition andpeople pour into Surajkund to witness this

gala event from all across the world.

At this Crafts Mela, you can find the finest

handlooms and handicrafts of the country.

Beneath thatched roof platforms, master

craftsmen carefully display the finest of

handlooms and handicrafts from all over the

country. The event is so colourful and rich inexperience, that it has witnessed many

tourists returning to be a part of the mela

over and over again. The highlight of this

mela is that the best craft products from all

across the states of India are displayed at a

single place where you can not only just feelthem but also purchase them.

While craftsmen from all over India participate, one particular

state is focused upon each year. The mela also attracts lakhs

of visitors, both for the amazing range of interesting crafts it

showcases as well as the relaxing rural ambience of the mela

grounds. The fair also provides a meeting ground for thetalented painters, weavers, sculptors and craftsmen form all

over India who exhibit their creations and the arts and crafts

lovers who flock here to admire and purchase these

creations.

Besides shopping to your heart's content, you can also

witness beautiful, colourful folk dances and also savour

delicacies of various states of India. Be it Kerala's Dosa or

Gujarati Dhokla or Punjabi Rajma-Chawal or Sikkim'sMomos, you get it all here.

The village ambience at Surajkund Mela not only facilitates

city-dwellers to get a taste of village life but it also helps the

artisans to gain access to national and international buyers.

Surajkund Crafts Mela is one colourful festival where you can

witness the various shades of India as well as possess small

portions of the country through the wares displayed. This isone Indian festival that should not be missed.

Reaching Surajkund -Surajkund lies in the Faridabad district on the Delhi - Agra

national highway. Surajkund is 8 kms from South Delhi.

Special transport link the Mela ground to major bus stops in

Delhi, Gurgaon and Faridabad towns.

Displays colourful traditional crafts of India.


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Held over two weeks in February, the Surajkund

Crafts Mela is a crafts fair like no other that

bristles with energy and excitement like only an

Indian festival can. The event attracts skilled

artists from across the country who travel to

the event to set up exhibitions and displays oftheir works ranging from delicate lace work and

jewellery to pottery and handmade furniture.

First held in 1981, the event is a popular

showcase for traditional Indian arts and crafts

and includes a bustling food fair and plenty of

live entertainment.


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The 24th Surajkund Crafts Mela which took place from 1st15th February ,2010 is an annual affair which has the finest

Handicrafts & Handlooms on display.The Mela also offers Folk Dances, Music, Theatre

performances, Performances by Egypt, Shopping, Variety ofFood from Different Indian States, Competitions including

Painting / Photography, Kite Making / Kite Flying, CamelSafari and amusement park for children & other such fun

activities.The Mela is a wonderful way to experience rural India.

Place : Surajkund, FaridabadTheme State : Rajasthan

Organized by : Haryana Tourism

Website : haryanatourism.gov.in
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I would like to thank our Beloved and Respectedteacher Mrs.Moumita Poddar for introducing such anaugmented and outrageous project (A CASE STUDYOF SURAJKUND CRAFTS FAIR) to us. Ive highly

enjoyed and loved in doing this melancholy project.I was able to do this project by revising the vastplethora of introduction given to us by ourrespected teacher Mrs.Poddar.

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