Patna: The world-renowned Harihar Kshetra Sonpur Fair is set to captivate visitors for an entire month, running from Saturday, to December 26. The historical fair will be inaugurated on Saturday by Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, with Science and Technology Minister Sumit Kumar Singh presiding over the ceremony.
The inauguration, attended by dignitaries such as Revenue and Land Reforms Minister Alok Mehta, Art Culture Minister Jitendra Kumar Rai, and Labor Resources Minister Surendra Ram, will also feature a cultural program by the Bollywood singer Shraddha Pandit’s team, renowned for the hit song “Sasural Genda Phool.”
The entire fair period will be adorned with cultural programs at the specially constructed cultural pandal. Tourism Secretary Abhay Kumar Singh highlighted the department’s extensive preparations to ensure the grandeur of the Sonpur Mela. A cultural pandal and an art and craft village have been established in the fair area, and a temporary tourist information center with deployed tourist guides is now operational.
The Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC) has introduced 10 Swiss cottages in the tourism village, equipped with modern facilities. To encourage more tourists to experience the fair, the cottage charge has been kept at a minimal Rs 2500 for the entire month, offering 5-star hotel-like amenities.
For an immersive experience, the tourism department has curated a couple tour package (one night and two days) priced at Rs 6000 for two persons, providing an Etios AC vehicle, overnight stay, tourist guide, meals, and more. Additionally, a one-day special tour package, catering to the convenience of common tourists, is available from 12 noon to 7 pm.
This package, ranging from Rs 900 to Rs 1300 per person, includes vehicle transportation, a trained guide, snacks, and water, with the opportunity to explore the Sonepur Mela and Harihar Nath Temple.
To facilitate easy access to information, tourists are encouraged to visit www.bstdc.bihar.gov.in for further details. As the Sonpur Mela unfolds, the city is poised to offer a rich cultural experience coupled with modern amenities for a memorable visit.
