Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 07 July 2025
The three-day ‘Cuisines of India Festival – 2025’, themed #DesiDelights, got here to a vibrant conclusion on sixth July on the ITF Pavilion with a full of life prize distribution ceremony. The occasion, organized by the Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Food Safety Department and different allied departments, celebrated the wealthy and numerous culinary heritage of India.
The closing ceremony noticed Mr. Vinayak Chamadia, IAS, Director of Tourism, because the chief visitor. He felicitated the winners of the most effective meals stalls, commending the members for his or her creativity and the organisers for the seamless execution of the competition.
In his tackle, Mr. Chamadia appreciated the efforts of all departments concerned and emphasised how such festivals strengthen cultural delight and neighborhood spirit. He additional assured that the Administration would attempt to host extra such occasions all year long, each in peak and off-seasons, to bolster native tourism and promote conventional flavours.
Earlier, Ms. Priyanka Kumari, Director of Art & Culture, welcomed the gathering and expressed her delight on the overwhelming public response. She credited the competition’s success to the spirit of collaboration and thanked the folks for his or her enthusiastic participation.
The competition featured all kinds of regional dishes, drawing giant crowds over its three-day run. The high three meals stalls have been awarded money prizes throughout the ceremony.
– First Prize (₹10,000): M/s Doiwala Sweets, School Line
- Second Prize (₹8,000): M/s Calcutta Sweet Stall, Junglighat
- Third Prize (₹5,000): M/s Icy Spicy, Junglighat
The occasion concluded on a excessive notice, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation of India’s culinary range and a hope for extra such cultural feasts sooner or later. (Story Based on PR)