The Bharat Parv is being organized at Red Fort in New Delhi from 26th to 31st of this month as part of the Republic Day Celebrations. The objective of the event is to generate a patriotic mood, promote the rich cultural diversity of the country, ensure wider participation of the general public and popularise the idea of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. <br/><br/>Tourism Ministry has been designated as the nodal Ministry for the event. The highlights of the event include display of the Republic Day parade tableaux, performances by the armed forces bands, a multi-cuisine food court, crafts mela, cultural performances from different regions of the country and a photo exhibition by Information and Broadcasting Ministry. <br/><br/>The cultural performances include choreographed folk and tribal dances and music from across the country arranged through the North Zonal cultural centre as well as performances by cultural troupes from the different States and Union Territories. The food court will have 50 stalls showcasing food from different regions. <br/><br/>The Crafts Mela with 50 stalls will showcase the diverse handicrafts of the country. There will be 11 theme state pavilions where each state would showcase their achievements and initiatives, tourism products and destinations.The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is also setting up a Photo Exhibition on the theme Mera Desh Badal Raha Hai, Aage Badh Raha Hai. <br/>The festival will be inaugurated at 5 PM on 26th January and remain open to the public till 9 p.m, on that day and from 12 noon to 9 p.m. from 27th to 31st January. The event is open to the public and entry is free.<br/>