JAMMU / KANGRA, Jul 27: The seven-day Minjar Fair was inaugurated on Monday by Kangra SDM Dr. Anjali Garg in the Zamanabad Panchayat of Kangra Development Block. Zila Parishad member Ishant Chaudhary was present as a special guest on the occasion.
The inauguration created an atmosphere of enthusiasm and joy in the area. A large number of people—including village women, locals, youth, and sports enthusiasts—participated in the event. A hockey tournament also commenced on the first day of the fair, featuring 12 teams across junior and senior categories. Players participated with great zeal and showcased their sporting talent.
Committee President Ashok Kumar stated that the foundation of this Minjar Fair was laid by the late former minister Chaudhary Vidya Sagar. Initially, it was a two-day event, a tradition that the future generations of Zamanabad have preserved to this day. Various cultural and sports activities will be organized throughout the seven-day fair. Beyond preserving the region’s folk culture and traditions, the Minjar Fair provides an opportunity for people to foster social harmony and interaction. There is immense enthusiasm among the locals regarding the event. Additionally, cultural programs are scheduled for July 31 and August 1.
Several dignitaries and community members were present on this auspicious occasion, including Ashok Kaku, Harjit Singh, Bipan Paul, Surendra Kumar, Amarjit Singh, Mast Ram, Hari Singh, Pramod Singh, Fauja Singh Koti, Jamba Koti, former Pradhan Rekha Devi, former Ward Panch Sumna Devi, Indira Devi, Kalpana Devi, Vijayalakshmi, Sarita Devi, Vijay Kumari, Suman Kumari, Swaroop Singh, Amar Singh, Akshay Kumar, Deep Kumar, Sudesh, Sahab Singh, Ashwani Kumar (Foreman), Mesu, and anchor Sandeep Chaudhary.