{
  "id": 10231964,
  "title": "Preparations begin for ‘Vijayawada Utsav’ and ‘Saras Mela’, says MP",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/preparations-begin-for-vijayawada-utsav-and-saras-mela-says-mp",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-27T14:38:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/preparations-begin-for-vijayawada-utsav-and-saras-mela-says-mp/article71516309.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Vijayawada Member of Parliament Kesineni Sivanath (Chinni) announced on September 27, 2026, that extensive preparations are underway for the 'Vijayawada Utsav' and the 'National Saras Mela' during the Dasara celebrations. Speaking to the media, Mr. Chinni revealed that the Vijayawada Utsav will take place from October 11 to 20, coinciding with Navaratri, while the Saras Mela will be held from October 8 to 23.\n\nThe events will primarily occur at the 18-acre Punnami Ghat, with additional programs planned at the Makineni Basavapunnaiah Stadium. Cultural performances featuring artists from across the country are slated to be organized during the 10-day Vijayawada Utsav, along with a food festival showcasing regional cuisines. Efforts are being made to include elephants from Mysuru in the festivities, and CMs from various states and union ministers have been invited, with cultural programs reflecting the traditions of different states planned.\n\nMr. Chinni emphasized the aim of showcasing Vijayawada's cultural and artistic heritage. He recommended that visitors spend two days in the city, with temple darshan in the morning and engagement in cultural events and the fair in the evening. Last year's Vijayawada Utsav drew participation from the Vice-President, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, and a substantial crowd, according to the MP.",
  "summary": "Kesineni Sivanath announces ‘Vijayawada Utsav’ will be held from October 11 to 20 and the Saras Mela from October 8 to 23; events will be held mainly at the 18-acre Punnami Ghat, with several programmes also planned at the Makineni Basavapunnaiah Stadium",
  "key_points": [
    "MP Kesineni Sivanath announces preparations for Vijayawada Utsav and Saras Mela.",
    "Vijayawada Utsav from Oct 11-20, Saras Mela from Oct 8-23 during Dasara.",
    "Events at 18-acre Punnami Ghat, additional programs at Makineni Stadium."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}