Chandigarh, Nov 10 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday directed officials to give a grand, divine and attractive look to the state-level Kapal Mochan Mela at Bilaspur in Yamunanagar district.
He said lakhs of devotees visiting the fair should be provided with a spiritual atmosphere along with better facilities so that they do not face any inconvenience. He said this historic fair is a symbol of the state’s rich religious, cultural and spiritual heritage. All preparations should be completed in a time-bound manner, keeping in view its dignity and historical significance.
The Chief Minister was chairing a high-level meeting to review the preparations for the Kapal Mochan Mela.
He said the five-day fair, scheduled from November 20 to 24, should accord the highest priority to the convenience, safety, cleanliness and smooth movement of devotees.
Chief Minister Saini said a grand and attractive exhibition should be organised at the Kapal Mochan Mela, showcasing the glorious history, life philosophy, teachings and contribution of all 10 Sikh Gurus to society through photographs and visual displays. Information about various development and public welfare schemes of the Central and state governments should also be disseminated to the public.
He said the historical significance of the Shaheedi Smarak (martyrs' memorial), constructed in Ambala in memory of the First War of Independence of 1857, should also be prominently highlighted in the exhibition so that the devotees can learn about the sacrifices and struggles of the country's great freedom fighters.
In addition, short films highlighting the state's development journey and various public welfare schemes should be screened. The Chief Minister said distinguished guests from the Central and state governments would also visit the exhibition.
He informed that the state-level birth anniversary of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev, would also be celebrated at Bilaspur on November 24 under the Sant-Mahapurush Samman Evam Vichar Prachar Yojana.
Also, the Chief Minister directed officials to make special arrangements to provide devotees visiting the fair with a memorable spiritual and cultural experience.
On this occasion, a grand drone show and a light and sound show based on the life, teachings and message of humanity of Guru Nanak Dev should be organised.