Scented lemons, muga silk, traditional dresses, and a host of items from Assam are on display at the ongoing 42nd India International Trade Fair in the national capital, where ‘Assam Day’ will be celebrated on Wednesday.
Cultural dance forms like Satriya, Jhumur, Hajong, and Bihu will be presented, while renowned artists Bhrigu Kashyap and Ridip Rankit will perform at the day-long celebrations as part of Assam Day, according to a release issued by the Assam government.
Programmes have been lined up to showcase the rich cultural heritage and diversity of Assam at amphitheatre 1 at the Bharat Mandapam from 6 pm to 7.30 pm.
Various initiatives of the Assam government, like ‘one district, one product’, GI products such as Assam Lemon, Gamusa, and Muga silk, along with the traditional dresses of the state, are being promoted in the fair, the release said. The state’s Minister for Industries, Commerce, and Cultural Affairs, Bimal Borah will be the chief guest at the function.
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