Governor Ghosh, CM Saini to Take Part in Celebrations
Group Dance and Ragini Competitions to be Organised for Colleges Across the State
Invitations Sent to Both Ruling and Opposition Parties for the Event
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh-
The Haryana Government will organize the State-Level Haryana Day Celebrations on the occasion of the State’s Foundation Day from November 1 to 3, 2025, at Yavanika Ground, Sector 5, Panchkula. The three-day festival will be inaugurated by Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh, while CM Nayab Singh Saini will also be present on the occasion. Ministers of the state, senior officials, artists, and a large number of citizens will attend the event.
During the celebrations, participant students from colleges across the state will take part in Group Dance and Ragini competitions. Outstanding performers will be awarded cash prizes worth lakhs of rupees. The first prize will be Rs 1 lakh. The Chief Minister will again visit the venue on November 3 to present awards to the winners.
Showcasing Haryana’s Heritage
On the other side of the stage at Yavanika Garden, a Heritage Exhibition will be organized to display Haryana’s traditional culture, attire, agricultural tools, folk art, and handicraft items. The objective of this exhibition is to connect the new generation with the cultural roots of the state. Visitors will get a glimpse of Haryana’s centuries-old cultural heritage.
Traditional Cuisine and Special Turban Stall
At the festival venue, stalls of Haryana’s traditional dishes will be set up, allowing visitors to enjoy the authentic taste of Haryanvi cuisine. Dishes such as desi ghee boora, bajra roti, sarson ka saag, and various types of chutneys along with many other folk delicacies will be available. In addition, a special Haryanvi turban (khandwa) stall will also be set up, where citizens can have the turban tied on themselves.
Welcome with Folk Musical Instruments
Guests and citizens entering the venue will be welcomed with the melodious sounds of traditional folk instruments like been, nagada, tumbe, dhol, and others. The entire venue will radiate the vibrant essence of folk culture. This three-day State-Level Haryana Day Celebration will showcase the glorious traditions, folk art, and culture of Haryana with renewed energy and will serve as an occasion of joy and pride for the people of the state.
Participation of Both Ruling and Opposition Parties
Invitations are being sent to all MLAs and members of both the ruling and opposition parties. The spokesperson said that, according to the Chief Minister, this is a celebration for the entire Haryana. The spokesperson further said that any government or private college in the state can participate in this event by sending their students to take part in the song, ragini, and group dance competitions. Only one team from each college will be allowed to participate in the group dance and singing categories. The same rules that apply to the Youth Festival will also be applicable to these competitions.