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Inspired by the Prime Minister’s ‘Ek Bharat, Similar to the Madhavpur Mela, Inspired by the Prime Minister’s vision, This has led to an enhanced
Shreshtha Bharat’ programme, 8 several other such celebrations of art ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ aims at understanding and bonding between
Northeastern states participated in this and cultural diversity are being promoting a sustained and structured one another, thereby strengthening
fair in 2018 with much galore. As the Prime studied, conserved and propagated cultural interaction between people the unity and integrity of India. Along
Minister mentioned in the ‘Mann ki Baat’ to every corner of the country. This from different regions. The Prime with this, ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’
subject related to the basic
programme, nowadays many gharatis Minister believes that when we is also providing a catalytic spur to
framework of India is not only
(representatives of the bride’s side) have recognise India’s diversity, we are able AatmaNirbhar entrepreneurship and
bringing all of us together, but is also
also started coming to this fair from the to recognise India’s strength. Through socio-economic development of the
showing that since ancient times
Northeastern states. As the representative this exchange, today people of country.
India has been ‘Ek Bharat’, Shreshtha
of Rukmini’s family these people are different states are understanding
Bharat’.
traditionally welcomed by the locals at each other's languages, culture,
the fair. Every year, this event brings traditions and practices.
together a unique combination of art,
music, and culture of the Northeast and
Gujarat, signifying the unmatched
amalgamation of India’s rich culture and
tradition.

Madhavpur Mela
A Unique Example of
Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat

• Held in Gujarat, the fair connects the
western and eastern extremes of the
country.
• It was in Madhavpur where the
marriage of Lord Krishna and princess
Rukmini of Idu-Mishmi tribe of
Arunachal Pradesh took place.
• Bhishmaknagar, Arunachal Pradesh
finds mention in Mahabharata and
Kalika Purana.
• A beautiful cultural integration of
Gujarat and Northeast India is seen in
this fair.

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