New Delhi,17.12.23-Fairs & Festivals are integral part of Indian culture. In the modern era, where people are too busy in their day to day life and not getting much time for themselves, organising fair & festivals become substantial to keep our culture alive, promote our diverse culture and bring people together.

Delhi Tourism, the prime organisation of Delhi Govt. is organising two days (16th & 17th December 2023) North East Cultural Festival in collaboration with North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC) which commenced on 16.12.2023 at Central Park, Connaught Place, Delhi.

On the first day, the folk dance performances i.e. Rikhampada (Arunachal Pradesh), Bihu Naach (Assam), Lai Haraoba (Manipur), Wangala (Meghalaya), Musical Band - Divine Connection, Rock Band (Nagaland) and choreographed folk dance "Colours of North-East India" were presented. The visitors showed their enjoyment on each performance of the event.

On the second day of the event, Sh. Saurabh Bharadwaj, Hon’ble Minister of Tourism was the Chief Guest and distinguished dignatories Mrs. Niharika Rai, MD & CEO, DTTDC, Mrs. Geetika Sharma, General Manager, DTTDC, Dr.Prashanna Gogoi, Director NEZCC also graced the occasion.

The dance performances of Chhei Lam and Cheraw (Mizoram), Njanta (Nagaland), Tamang Selo (Sikkim), Hojagiri (Tripura) were presented today. Besides, the musical band '6 Strings' (Assam) and choreographed folk dance "Colours of North East India" were the attractions of the evening.

The event concluded with distribution of certificates to the performers & group photo of all the participants with a promise to meet at the ‘Western Musical Carnival’ which will be organised at Kala Gram, Garden of Five Senses from 22nd December to 25th December 2023. So, plan your schedule accordingly to enjoy the unbeatable western music.