Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has directed officials to give a grand, divine and attractive outlook to the State-Level Kapal Mochan Mela, to be organised at Bilaspur in Yamunanagar district. He said that 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 that 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 on Tuesday to review the preparations for the State-Level Kapal Mochan Mela. He said that the five-day fair, scheduled to be held from November 20 to 24 over an area of approximately 122 acres at Bilaspur, should accord the highest priority to the convenience, safety, cleanliness and smooth movement of devotees.
He said that 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 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 through LED displays.
The Chief Minister also directed officials to ensure the maintenance and necessary repairs of the historic museum. He said that adequate medical facilities should be made available during the fair so that devotees can receive immediate medical assistance whenever required.
