Ferozepur Hosts Grand Opening of Two-Day State-Level Basant Festival
Ferozepur, January 27, 2025: The two-day state-level Basant Festival in Ferozepur kicked off with grandeur at Shaheed Bhagat Singh State University. The inaugural ceremony was graced by Ferozepur Rural MLA Rajneesh Dahiya, Ferozepur Urban MLA Ranbir Singh Bhullar, Guru Har Sahai MLA Fauja Singh Sarari, Zira MLA Naresh Kataria, and Deputy Commissioner Deepshikha Sharma, who lit the ceremonial lamp.
During the opening, the dignitaries highlighted the efforts of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in elevating the Basant Panchami celebrations to a state-level event, bringing global recognition to Ferozepur. They acknowledged the pivotal role of Cabinet Minister Taranpreet Singh Sond in making this possible. The festival witnessed kite-flyers from distant places showcasing their skills, adding excitement to the event.
The MLAs emphasized that under CM Bhagwant Mann's leadership, Punjab is excelling in all fields. They mentioned the state government’s commitment to supporting athletes through job opportunities and significant cash prizes, further contributing to Punjab's progress. The dignitaries extended a warm invitation to residents across the state to join the celebrations in Ferozepur.
The festival featured vibrant cultural performances, including Punjabi folk songs by local artists, giddha, choreography, and traditional dances by school students. Renowned Punjabi singer Virasat Sandhu entertained the audience with his musical performance later in the day.
Kite-flying competitions, a key attraction of the festival, captivated attendees, with Bharat Bhushan emerging as the winner. Knockout matches, which began on January 22, will conclude with final matches offering cash prizes worth lakhs of rupees to the winners.
The festival also offered a variety of food stalls, amusement rides for children, and lively entertainment, drawing large crowds. Residents were encouraged to join the festivities and experience the joy of this vibrant Basant celebration.