1. The 31st Edition of the Surajkund International Crafts Mela, which will be organised in close coordination and contribution with the Ministries of Tourism, External Affairs, Culture and Textiles, Government of India, from 1-15 February 2017 at Surajkund, Faridabad, Haryana, India.

2. Each participating country may sponsor a Cultural Troupe consisting of 10-15 artistes to perform on the open stage especially designated for cultural performances. In addition, 2-5 artisans along with 2 helpers may showcase and sell their crafts in specially created working huts (approximately 8ft x 10ft). A team of 2-3 persons may also set up a food stall for their specialised cuisine in the food court area.

3. As per prevailing practice, the Surajkund Mela Authority/Haryana Tourism will provide boarding, lodging, and local transportation for airport transfers Free of cost during participation. Needless to say, courtesies and protocol will be extended to the visiting dignitaries of the participating nations.

4. It is requested that all communications be shared with the concerned officers of the Surajkund Mela Authority mentioned below to avoid any communication gap and to ensure a speedy response.

(i). Managing Director, Haryana Tourism cum Chief Administrator, Surajkund Mela Authority, SCO 17-19, Sector 17-B, Chandigarh-160017 (U.T). Tel: +91-172-2704886 Fax: +91-172-2702783. Email: mdtourismhry@gmail.com, haryanatourism@gmail.com

(ii). Mukesh Rao, Divisional Manager, Haryana Govt. Tourist Bureau, Chanderlok Building, 36-Janpath, New Delhi-110001. Mobile No.: +91-9953415406. Tel: +91-11-23710420, 23324910. Fax: +91-11-23713373. Email: haryanatourism74@gmail.com, rajinderkumar27@gmail.com

(iii). Rajesh Joon, Nodal Officer, Surajkund Mela Grounds, Faridabad-121009 (Delhi-NCR). Mobile No.: +91-9818183030, 9311113333. Tel: +91-129-2512200, 2512054-57. Tele-Fax: +91-129-2512842. Email: surajkundcraftsmela@gmail.com, joonrajesh@gmail.com

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