CM to inaugurate ‘Madhya Pradesh Utsav’ in Delhi today

Bhopal: Chief minister Mohan Yadav will inaugurate the ‘Madhya Pradesh Utsav' in New Delhi on Friday. ‘Madhya Pradesh Utsav' will be celebrated at Madhya Pradesh Bhavan in Chanakyapuri to introduce the world to the cultural heritage of Madhya Pradesh.Various cultural programmes will take place daily from 6 pm as part of the festival's cultural evenings. On the first day, Kalapini Komkali from Dewas will perform classical singing. On second day (Aug 31), will feature a musical presentation by Odissi dancer Bindu Juneja from Bhopal, followed by the Maihar Instrumental Ensemble on Sept 1. On Sept 2, Bagheli folk singer Shashi Kumar Pandey from Rewa and Nimari folk singer Alochana Mangrole from Khandwa will deliver musical performances.Additionally, an exhibition will be held during the festival, showcasing and selling handloom and handicraft products, items under the ‘One District-One Product' initiative, GI-tagged products, and Vindhya herbal products. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore a special exhibition highlighting the achievements of the Madhya Pradesh govt and the state's rich heritage.A food festival will also be organised at the venue, offering visitors the chance to savour the local delicacies of Madhya Pradesh. Running from 11 am to 10 pm, the festival will feature a variety of thalis, including Malwa thali, Bundelkhandi thali, Nimadi thali, and Baghelkhandi thali. Attendees can enjoy dishes such as Dal-Baati, Churma Laddu, Ratlami Sev, Panchmel Dal, Bajra Roti, Guava Chutney, Dal, Paniya, Indrahar, and Ghuiyan ki Sabzi in the food festival.