Ranchi Residents Turn Out for Festive Shopping; Children Showcase Their Talent, While Rural Culture and Folk Art Become Major Attractions
Ranchi, November 1, 2026: The fourth day of the JIASOWA Deepawali Mela witnessed an atmosphere of excitement and celebration on Sunday. Taking advantage of the holiday, a large number of Ranchi residents visited the fair and enjoyed shopping at various stalls. The beautifully illuminated venue remained lively throughout the evening, while the fancy dress competition, live band performances and cultural programmes added to the festive charm.
The traditional village setting created at the fair emerged as one of the major attractions for visitors. A village well, traditional spinning of yarn, the art of making bangles using a stick and puppet dance performances captured everyone's attention. Visitors were seen enjoying the rural atmosphere while sitting on traditional cots and experiencing the simplicity of village life. The presentation offered a glimpse into India's rich rural heritage, folk traditions and traditional art forms.
The fancy dress competition was another major highlight, with children participating enthusiastically in four different age categories. In the 2–4 years category, Kumar Atharv secured first place, Anahita Arora and Ayesha Ahmad jointly secured second place, while Tiwari Aryan Raj stood third. In the 5–6 years category, Navya Rao and Yaksh Bhagat secured first place, Vaibhav Kumari second and Tishya Rao third. In the 7–9 years category, Ved Shukla and Amit Kumar won first place, Mahi Kumari and Anvi secured second, while Anvi Sahu, Chandan Kumar and Pari jointly secured third place. In the 10–15 years category, Beena Kumari and Lakshmi secured first place, Kinu Barmela and Manasvi second, while Sonakshi Kumari and Isha secured third place. The winners were felicitated.
The evening's cultural programme featured an exciting live band competition, with performances by Siddharth Roy, Anurag Kumar and Madhavi Raghav Band. The jury comprised JIASOWA President Preeti Kumar and members Archana and Divya. Swarom The Band secured first place, Nagesh Kumar won second place and Anurag Kumar secured third place. The energetic performance by Vipul Nayak and his entire team further electrified the atmosphere, captivating the audience and encouraging visitors to dance to the music.
The fourth day of the JIASOWA Deepawali Mela celebrated shopping, children's talent, rural heritage and music. The enthusiastic participation of Ranchi residents added to the festive spirit, while the diverse cultural activities and performances provided entertainment for visitors of all ages. The fairgrounds remained vibrant with excitement and celebration until late evening.
