International Lavi Fair begins in Himachal

Shimla: The four-day long traditional and historical Lavi fair, which was once, a trade fair between India and Tibet began at Rampur in Shimla district today.
Inaugurating the fair, Smt. Prabha Rau, Governor said that Lavi fair had its own historical importance and was famous for business activities. She said that laudable efforts were made to preserve the old traditions and glory of the fair over the years and added that the fair provided an opportunity to market the local products besides a platform for cultural exchange.
She said that fairs and festivals played an important role in preserving the rich cultural heritage of the State. She said that every effort should be made to preserve the cultural heritage and to restore the old glory of traditional fairs and festivals as they were symbols of rich traditions and promoted national integration and communal harmony besides unity in diversity.
Governor inaugurated the Kinnauri market and exhibition put up by various Government Departments and other organizations on the occasion and evinced keen interest in the exhibits.
Smt. Rau urged the District Administration to explore market for the products produced by Self Help Groups so that the income of women in the State could be raised.
J.S.Rana, Deputy Commissioner and Chairman of the Lavi Fair Organizing Committee welcomed the Governor and detailed out the activities of the fair. He also honoured the Governor with shawl, kinnauri cap and memento.
Deepak Sood, Chairman, Nagar Parishad proposed vote of thanks.
Kinnauri Cultural Troupe presented a colourful cultural programme on the occasion.