Red Fort Festival Draws More Than 1.5 Lakh Visitors In Ten Days

New Delhi, April 4 (TNA) Red Fort Festival – Bharat Bhagya Vidhata, organsied jointly by the Ministries of Culture & Tourism, Government of India, along with Red Fort’s ‘Monument Mitra,’ Dalmia Bharat Limited, rounded off the ten day cultural extravaganza on Sunday, that witnessed a massive footfall of more than 1,50,000 visitors over a period of 10 days, at the iconic 17th century monument.

Red Fort Festival – Bharat Bhagya Vidhata is a large-scale cultural event, conceptualized as part of the Government of India’s “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” initiative to celebrate the 75 glorious years of India’s independence. As a result of its rising popularity, the festival will now be an annual event, while its grandeur projection – Mathrubhumi – will be a permanent fixture at the Red Fort.

Red Fort Festival - Bharat Bhagya Vidhata marked the beginning of a cultural revolution in the country that saw state-of-the-art experiences such as “Matrubhumi” – a Projection Mapping Show, YATRA - A 360° immersive experience and the Bharat Gaurav Exhibition that instill a sense of patriotism and pride among visitors.

The Satrangi Art, Craft and Textile Bazaar, delicious fares from across India at Khau Gali, Khelgaon and Khel Manch hosted by Emcee Bharat Jain were instant hits while Rang Manch saw some the country’s leading artistes performing live to packed audiences.