
Virasat Mela Day Two
A heritage walk from Gurdwara Haji Rattan to Jaipalgarh theme village put the rich culture of Punjab on display on Friday, as the ninth Virasat Mela entered Day Two here.
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, Bathinda
UPDATED ON NOV 23, 2012 10:05 PM IST
A heritage walk from Gurdwara Haji Rattan to Jaipalgarh theme village put the rich culture of Punjab on display on Friday, as the ninth Virasat Mela entered Day Two here.
Members of the local administration joined the dance troupes in celebration. Local legislator Sarup Chand Singla addressed the gathering. Deputy commissioner KK Yadav was also in high spirits.

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