Delhi Secretariat Resonates with Shehnai as CM Rekha Gupta Honoured Under ‘Phool Walon Ki Sair’ Tradition

Members of Anjuman Sair-e-Gul Faroshan present traditional floral fan to the Chief Minister

Festival reflects Delhi’s shared cultural heritage and harmony, says CM Rekha Gupta

Event helps pass Delhi’s rich traditions to the younger generation: Minister Kapil Mishra

New Delhi, March 2026 : The Delhi Secretariat came alive with the sound of the shehnai on Monday as a special ceremony was held as part of the historic festival ‘Phool Walon Ki Sair’, a celebration that symbolises the capital’s rich cultural heritage and Ganga-Jamuni ethos.

During the event, members of Anjuman Sair-e-Gul Faroshan extended a traditional welcome to Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta. Accompanied by live shehnai music, they honoured her by presenting the customary floral fan, a long-standing tradition associated with the festival. The melodious notes of the shehnai added a ceremonial touch, bringing alive the spirit of Delhi’s cultural legacy and communal harmony.

Delhi Cabinet Minister Shri Kapil Mishra, along with several other dignitaries, was also present on the occasion.

Speaking at the event, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that Phool Walon Ki Sair is far more than just a festival. According to her, it represents a remarkable example of Delhi’s shared cultural heritage and the spirit of harmony that defines the city. She said the tradition serves as a reminder that unity and brotherhood have always remained central to India’s diverse cultural fabric.

The Chief Minister also reiterated that the Delhi government is committed to preserving and promoting the capital’s historical traditions and cultural events. Such celebrations, she noted, help connect younger generations with their cultural roots while strengthening mutual respect and social harmony.

Art, Culture, Language and Tourism Minister Shri Kapil Mishra said the festival plays an important role in reinforcing the city’s shared cultural legacy. He described Phool Walon Ki Sair as a historic tradition that conveys a message of harmony, unity and brotherhood, while also giving the younger generation an opportunity to experience Delhi’s rich cultural heritage.

This year, ‘Phool Walon Ki Sair 2026’ is being organised from March 15 to March 21, during which a series of cultural, religious and social programmes are being held across the city.