Celebration of Chinj Mela Brings Community Together in Himachal Pradesh

The Chinj Mela at Bhatiyat Sub-Divisional Headquarters in Chuwari was a vibrant celebration led by Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania. The event featured thrilling wrestling matches and highlighted the importance of local culture and traditions. Pathania announced a significant prize increase for the wrestling competition and pledged financial support to enhance the festival's stature. The gathering attracted numerous dignitaries and local residents, showcasing the community's spirit and commitment to preserving its rich heritage. Discover more about this exciting event and its impact on the local culture.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 24, 2026, 19:50 IST

Chinj Mela Celebrated with Enthusiasm

Subhash Mahajan
Chuwari

The vibrant Chinj Mela took place at the Bhatiyat Sub-Divisional Headquarters in Chuwari, drawing a large crowd and marked by the leadership of Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania.

Attendees were treated to exciting wrestling matches featuring talented wrestlers from various parts of the country, showcasing their remarkable abilities.

During his speech, Speaker Pathania highlighted the significance of Himachal Pradesh’s rich folk culture, traditions, and customs as vital components of community life. He pointed out that such fairs and festivals serve not only as entertainment but also play a crucial role in fostering social harmony and cultural values.

He praised the decision to raise the first prize in the wrestling competition to ₹1.21 lakh, expressing his commitment to further elevate the Chinj Mela’s profile and ensure that the organizing committee's suggestions are taken into account.

To facilitate the event's success, Pathania announced a grant of ₹1.21 lakh from his discretionary fund and presented a cheque of ₹1.10 lakh as part of his previous commitment.

The organizing committee honored the Speaker during the festivities.

Notable guests included Rajiv Kaushal (General Secretary, Pradesh Congress Committee), Vijay Kanwar (President, Block Congress Committee), Surender Chadak (Vice President, Nagar Panchayat), Rajkumar Chambial (Member, State Cooperative Bank Board of Directors), Executive Engineer Rakesh Thakur, Narendra Chaudhary, Arvind Pathak (President, Mela Organizing Committee), KK Shandilya, Omkar Chambial, along with numerous local residents.