My India. Annual Winter Carnival in Manali

Manali, the resort town in Himachal Pradesh got dipped in colours of joy and festivity as it hosted its annual Winter Carnival. Organised after a gap of almost two years due to COVID-19, the festival was inaugurated by the state’s Chief Minsiter, Jai Ram Thakur.

This time, more than 180 tableaus ranging from women organizations to various departments and institutions from the state as well as from neighbouring states took part in the parade. They exhibited Himachali art, culture, festivals, artisans and cottage industries, besides the development in tourism.