Government of Bihar is Organizing "Bihar Utsav" on Bihar Foundation Day From 22 March to 5th April 2010 in Delhi

NEW DELHI, March 22, 2010 - The Modern State of Bihar was carved out of Bengal Presidency
on 22 March 1912. To commemorate this historical event and promote a sense of
pride and belongingness among the people, the government has decided to
celebrate the foundation day on 22nd March as "Bihar Divas" every year. Gala
functions would be held, starting right from the panchayat levels to State
level (Patna) and it is going to make a mark even at the national level (New
Delhi). For the first time, the government is organizing a handloom &
handicrafts exhibition cum fair from March 22, 2010 to April 05, 2010 at Hall
No. 15 Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. This Exhibition would also showcase Bihar's
historical and cultural heritage.

The Industry Department, Government of Bihar, has been given the
charge for this, while BIADA shall be hosting the event. In addition to
depicting the great cultural and historical heritage of Bihar, the great
development strides that Bihar is taking in the current scenario will also
are adequately presented.

For the attraction of the coming visitor, there are around 40
stalls of handloom and handicrafts. Bhagalpuri skill, Mithila painting, Siki
products, a Stone-made elephant of Bhbhua Stone, Jewelry from the ship of
Mahesi, Motihari Terrocota products, Jute products like Jute Jewelry, Tikuli
art, Nepura silk of Nalanda & famous handloom bed sheets of Biharsharif are
some of the great attractions at this festival. Authentic Bihari cuisine will
also be served in the fair. Hotel Maurya, Patna has been assigned to this
job. On this occasion, the Department of Art & Cultural will have organized
the cultural festivities. In addition to the Daily Program at the hall, a
special cultural event will be held on March 26 at Hansh Dhwani Theater of
Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, where Padamshree Sharda Sinha, the famous singer
of Bihar, popularly known as Bihar Kokila, will perform.

For Further Information, Please Contact: Rabindra Kr. Jha, (PRO of Bihar
Utsav in Delhi), M: +91(0)9899235055

For Further Information, Please Contact: Rabindra Kr. Jha, (PRO of Bihar Utsav in Delhi), M: +91(0)9899235055