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The Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with other central Ministries is organizing this year a virtual ‘Bharat Parv’ event from 26
thto 31
st January 2021, showcasing the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’.
About Bharat Parv
- Bharat Parv is a festival to celebrate the spirit of India and for showcasing the rich and cultural diversity of the country. It will be celebrated till January 31.
- Bharat Parv is organized by the Tourism Ministry every year since 2016 in front of the Red Fort during the Republic Day celebrations.
- The mega festival by the government is held to generate fervour and for showcasing the varied and rich cultural heritage and diversity of India.
- The event by the tourism ministry brings together the spiritual, tourism, and other activities held in different states and UTs of India on one single platform.
Bharat Parv 2021
- The recorded performances of the Armed forces music bands and glimpses of the Republic Day Parade will be available on the virtual platform.
- Different central ministries and organisations which includes the Ministry of Ayush, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, National Museum, Archaeological Survey of India, National Gallery of Modern Arts, Khadi, and other industries will be showing handlooms, handicrafts, dance, music, paintings and other materials from all over India.
- Prasar Bharati will also virtually showcase its efforts of promoting Ek Bharat-Shrestha Bharat.
- Another media unit of the Information and Broadcasting ministry, the Bureau of Outreach and Communication, will be focusing on the 150th Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi by displaying videos, photos, animation related to Sashakt Bharat, Swachh Bharat, Bapu Ke Sapno ka Bharat.
- In order to celebrate the diversity and spirit of India, there will also be a rich display of books on art and culture as well as the biographies and history of builders of Modern India.
Source: PIB
