Three-Day Horticulture Festival at Gandhi Maidan, Bihar: Golden Opportunity to Win Prizes up to ₹10,000

Horticulture Festival 2024-25: Event Dates and Venue, The Bihar Government’s Department of Agriculture is organizing the State-Level Horticulture Festival 2024-25 from December 28 to 30, 2024, at Gandhi Maidan, Patna. The event aims to promote advancement and innovation in the field of horticulture. The festival will offer new opportunities for farmers and horticulture enthusiasts through exhibitions featuring vegetables, fruits, mushrooms, honey, betel leaves, and more.

Event Timings and Public Access:

The exhibition will be open for public viewing from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. It provides an opportunity for visitors to explore and understand the fascinating diversity of horticulture.

Key Highlights of the Horticulture Festival 2024-25

Exhibitions will be organized in the following categories:

• Vegetables: Showcase of new and advanced varieties.
• Fruits: Fruits grown using advanced agricultural techniques.
• Mushrooms: Display of organic and innovative species.
• Honey: Variety of natural and high-quality honey.
• Betel Leaves: Showcase of special cultivation and quality.

Participants will have the opportunity to submit their entries in these categories.

Awards: Cash Prizes for Outstanding Exhibits
Participants will be awarded based on their entries in the festival. The prizes are as follows:

• First Prize: ₹5,000
• Second Prize: ₹4,000
• Third Prize: ₹3,000
•  Special Prize: ₹10,000

Registration Process: How to Apply?
Online registration for the State-Level Horticulture Festival is available:

• Interested participants can register through the Assistant Director (Horticulture) of their district or directly via the department’s website.
• After registering online, participants must download their admission card according to the category and branch.
• It is mandatory to submit the entry form along with all necessary documents at the exhibition venue.

Important Guidelines: Rules and Regulations for Participants

• Entries with any discrepancies will be rejected for evaluation.
• A participant can register in multiple categories, but only one entry per category will be allowed.
• Last date for submission: December 27, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Objective and Significance of the Horticulture Festival: The festival will not only boost the development of the horticulture sector but also serve as a key platform for introducing farmers to new technologies and innovations. Additionally, it will provide an excellent marketplace for the promotion and sale of agricultural products.

A Unique Opportunity for Horticulture Enthusiasts and Farmers: The State-Level Horticulture Festival 2024-25 will be an inspiring event for farmers, horticulture enthusiasts, and the general public in Bihar. It will be an enriching experience and also offer an outstanding opportunity for recognition and prizes for top-performing participants.

Join us at this festival and take a step towards innovation and progress in the field of horticulture!