The eight-day-long traditional Minjar Fair was inaugurated today by Himachal Pradesh Governor Urmila Singh by unfurling the customary Minjar flag at Chamba on Sunday.
Speaking on the occasion Singh said, "Indian culture stands unique among all cultures because it has preserved its distinct identity over the years."
The Governor also inaugurated sports competitions, which are part of the fair and visited stalls of various government departments, Boards and Corporations.
"Minjar Mela" is a popular festival held in Chamba on the second Sunday of Shravana month, corresponding to the month of August in the Gregorian calendar and marks the triumph of the Raja of Chamba over the ruler of Trigarta (now called Kangra), in 935 AD and also celebrates the paddy and maize crops grown at this time of the year.
On the last day of the festival, a parade is held from Akhand Chandi Palace to Ravi River.
