CM Sukhu Invited to Inaugurate the International Minjar Festival 2026 in Chamba
Chamba MLA Neeraj Nayyar and Deputy Commissioner Mukesh Rapaswal formally extend the invitation to the Chief Minister in Shimla.
VIDYA SAGAR-15/07/2026
SHIMLA:
A high-level delegation led by Chamba Assembly Constituency MLA Neeraj Nayyar formally extended an invitation to Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to attend the historic International Minjar Festival. The invitation was presented during an official meeting held at Oak Over in Shimla.
The globally renowned festival is scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 2, 2026, in the picturesque valley of Chamba.
Key Administrative Coordination
Deputy Commissioner of Chamba, Mukesh Rapaswal, accompanied the MLA during the presentation to briefly discuss the ongoing logistical and cultural preparations for the event.
The administration is actively working on organizing cultural nights, sports tournaments, and commercial exhibitions to ensure a grand and seamless celebration for both locals and incoming global tourists.
Cultural Significance of Minjar
The week-long festival, steeped in centuries of heritage dating back to 935 AD, symbolizes communal harmony, prosperity, and gratitude.
The Symbol:
The festival gets its name from Minjar, a silk tassel worn by locals that represents the vibrant shoots of paddy and maize breaking through the soil around this time of year.
The Procession:
The event traditionally culminates with a spectacular Shobha Yatra (grand procession) from the Akhand Chandi Palace to the banks of the Ravi River, where ceremonial offerings are immersed to seek divine blessings.
Chief Minister Sukhu expressed his appreciation for the invitation and assured the delegation that the state government is deeply committed to preserving and promoting Himachal Pradesh’s rich cultural repository on global platforms.
Festival Fast Facts:
- Dates: July 26 to August 2, 2026
- Location: Historical Chaugan, Chamba
- Key Events: Traditional Kunjari-Malhar songs, multi-state wrestling bouts, international folk dances, and local artisan exhibitions.
