The 39th India International Trade Fair is knocking at the door and we are getting enquires in connection with the nearest metro station to IITF 2019; how to book stalls at Trade Fair 2019 or what to buy at Trade Fair. Excited by this interest, we thought of making this post based on our experiences of earlier Trade Fairs.
Orissa is still alien for people up north. The religious folks may be aware of Puri courtesy the glory of Lord Jagannath. However Orissa has lots more to offer than that. Perhaps to make up for such isolation, the Odisha Parba 2019 at India Gate lawns got big and better this year.
The New Delhi World Book Fair 2019 is on in full swing at Pragati Maidan from Jan 5th. It is on till next Sunday, January 13th, 11 am to 8 pm. The theme this year is ‘Book for Readers with Special Needs’. The guest country is Sharjah. The fair is organised by National Book Trust. Here is why you should visit the book fair.
Trade Fair 2018 has evoked a lot of curiosity. Given that most of Pragati Maidan is under renovation, the fair is 1/4th the original size. It drops curtains on 27th November 2018. Given that tickets are not being sold at the venue and are only available at select Metro Stations, or online, it is indeed a bit of a hassle. Is it worth?
The Surajkund Crafts Fair 2018 is on in full swing at Surajkund – Delhi / Haryana border. The Surajkund metro station at Badarpur has made the place way more accessible. No wonder, it is a much sought after event not only for craft lovers but for anyone willing to spend a day among colour.
Surajkund Crafts Fair is a great endeavour to showcase the beauty and diversity of Indian handloom and handicrafts. It draws visitors from Delhi NCR, other parts of India and even overseas.
Delhi Book Fair is happening at Pragati Maidan during 11 am to 8 pm on 6 – 14 January 2018. The theme of this year — environmental sustainability and climate change is reflected in various events during the fair. The children’s book areas, popular fiction as well as foreign publication stalls are evoking a lot of excitement.
Australian High Commission’s annual pre Christmas fair, Oz Haat Charity Mela was held last Saturday, 2nd December 2017 at their office in Chanakyapuri. This is quite a hit or miss situation since it is a single day event. They hardly have any publicity either.
Tribes, an organisation under the aegis of Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, has brought together a host of artisans from tribal communities across the country at Dilli Haat, INA. The event is Aadi Mahotsav. The whole place looks colourful and festive like never before. We visited the event and here is a first hand report.
India International Trade Fair IITF 2017 is here again. Visit India’s biggest B2B and B2C event at Pragati Maidan from 14-27 Nov. #IITF2017 is going to be a platform for new innovations, handloom and weaving, art and handicrafts along with a host of options for food and entertainment. Read on for all you need to know about IITF 2017
The precursor to this festival is Diwali shopping. Two most popular fairs in Delhi NCR are Blind School Diwali Mela and Sundernagar Diwali Mela.
The dates for upcoming Blind School Diwali Mela 2017 are here. It’s a week long Diwali Fair and entry is free for all. Blind School Diwali Fair is one of the best options for festival shopping in Delhi. Known for stalls by various NGOs, the fair offers Diwali Gift options such as Chocolate and cookies, Diwali Decor items, hand made lamps, clothes, home accessories, artware etc.
The Government of West Bengal has been organising an annual Mango Mela in Delhi that brings a host of varieties of mangoes from Bengal for us. In addition, handloom and crafts from Bengal and a mini food court selling Bengali sweets and other items rounds off the experience. Read on for details.
Sharbat and Itra Mela is being held at Dilli Haat INA Market. It is on only this weekend – 19th – 21st May, 2017. Given the parching weather, we headed to this event to quench our thirst for a cool summer.
Ajeevika Mela showcased rural women’s goods at Pragati Maidan’s Hall 18. Venue was air-conditioned, and entry was free.
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