SurajKund Mela

The 37th Surajkund Crafts Mela 2024, India's most renowned event celebrating art, culture, and heritage, is eagerly anticipated. This iconic fair draws crowds from across the globe to revel in its vibrancy. With a rich lineup of activities and events, the 37th edition promises an unforgettable experience. The surajkund mela 2024 is scheduled to commence on February 02 and will run until February 18. Visitors can enjoy the fair daily from 10 AM to 7 PM.

The 38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela will be held from 7th to 23rd February 2025 in Faridabad, Haryana. The event will feature over 1,000 stalls of handicrafts, live cultural performances, and a Special Heritage Craft Area. For the first time, tickets can be purchased through the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation.

The surajkund mela is one of the most famous and celebrated melas in India. It is organised every year in Faridabad, Haryana and is held during the first half of the month of February. This is one of the most celebrated international Craftsmela and is organised by the Haryana Tourism Department. This fair was first held in 1987.

Haryana tourism minister, Kanwar Pal, said that signing an agreement in the field of tourism and crafts with the British Council, India will strengthen India-UK relations and will promote tourism as well. He was interacting with media persons after the memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between surajkund mela Authority and British Council, India at Haryana Niwas Chandigarh on Wednesday. The MoU has been signed for 3 years.

surajkund mela is one of the most colorful events held in Faridabad. This year saw some desi and firang colours. Check out the pictures.

The 39th Surajkund International Crafts Festival will proceed as scheduled despite a fatal joyride collapse that injured 13. The amusement ride area is temporarily closed for investigation, with authorities prioritizing visitor safety. A case will be registered against the ride operator following the tragic incident.

Tragedy struck the surajkund mela in Faridabad Saturday evening when a swing ride collapsed, killing a police inspector and injuring thirteen others. The brave officer lost his life attempting to rescue people as the ride tilted. Authorities have vowed swift action against the operator, with an FIR to be registered.

Goa tourism has been invited to participate in the forthcoming edition of the surajkund mela as the 'theme state'.

The 38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela will take place from 7th to 23rd February 2025 in Faridabad, featuring Indian handicrafts, live cultural performances, and authentic cuisine. Tickets can be purchased via the DMRC app and special counters. The event will also showcase heritage crafts and offer 24/7 parking facilities.

Haryana Tourism and Delhi Metro have partnered to boost accessibility to the 38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela. Delhi Metro will sell Mela tickets via its app and stations, manage ticket counters and parking, and promote the event through its network.

India has become the fastest-growing country in the world in terms of the global economy, in which art and craftsmen have made significant contributions, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said while inaugurating the 36th International surajkund mela in Faridabad on Friday.

The veteran actor, who is the ambassador of Haryana Tourism, recently visited the state.

Visitors at the upcoming surajkund mela will be able to take a joy ride in a helicopter and enjoy an aerial view of the fair and surrounding areas.

Two special bus routes have been started by the Gurugram Metropolitan City Bus Limited (GMCBL) to aid people who want to visit the Surajkund International Craft Mela in Faridabad.

The 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2026, themed 'Local to Global,' was inaugurated by Vice President C P Radhakrishnan in Faridabad, Haryana. Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya are the theme states, while Egypt participates as the partner nation, showcasing diverse crafts and cultural performances until February 15, 2026.

For the first time since it became an annual ritual 34 years ago, the surajkund mela, the fortnight-long spectacle of handicrafts that brings together artisans from many countries, has been cancelled because of the pandemic, leaving a gaping hole in the winter culture calendar. File photo of last year's surajkund mela

The Government of Haryana has invited State of Goa to participate in the forthcoming edition of the surajkund mela as the ‘theme state.’

It promises to be a lavish cultural spread. The Surajkund Crafts Mela 2009, open from February 1-15.

“Chhattisgarh has made tremendous progress in the last 15 years. And Surajkund international crafts mela is a great opportunity to showcase the same,” said chief minister Dr Raman Singh.

The 38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela achieved a record profit of over Rs 9 crore, driven by increased sponsorships and ticket sales. Strategic cost management and effective corporate partnerships, along with a footfall of 15 lakh visitors, significantly contributed to the Mela's financial success.

The Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad has opened, showcasing nearly 700 participants from over 50 countries, including a debut from Djibouti. This year's fair, themed 'Atmanirbhar Bharat', features a strong domestic presence alongside international pavilions from Egypt, Turkey, and African nations. Visitors can explore diverse crafts, cultural displays, and culinary delights.

Indian exporters gain a competitive edge in the US market with reduced tariffs, while a tragic accident at the surajkund mela claimed an inspector's life and injured twelve. Meanwhile, the ICC and PCB are nearing a decision on the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match.

The 15-day fair came to an end on Friday with a colourful show of folk dances from the theme state West Bengal and the host state Haryana.