Visva-Bharati University
Joint convener Bhramar Bhandari said online stall booking would begin on Nov 15 on the VC’s instructions, with measures to prevent inconvenience to traders.
Acting public relations officer Atig Ghosh said forming such committees was an annual practice for organising the traditional fair. Bolpur : Visva-Bharati has formed committees and subcommittees to organise the six-day Poush Mela at Purbapalli ground, assigning responsibilities for infrastructure, stall allocation, cultural programmes, security, fire safety, utilities, transport, accommodation, healthcare and sanitation. A notice signed by the university registrar on Thursday announced the chairpersons, conveners and members.
Purbapalli ground must be restored to its original condition within 48 hours after the fair. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kolkata | Silver Rate in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata | Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Petrol Price in Kolkata | Diesel Price in Kolkata | CNG Price in Kolkata | LPG Price in Kolkata Stay updated with the latest Kolkata news. Vice-chancellor Professor Prabir Kumar Ghosh will chair the central coordination committee, with Professor Amit Kumar Hazra as convener and Professor Binay Kumar Soren as co-convener. Its members include department heads, registrar, proctor, public relations officer and representatives of university officials and employee groups. A committee headed by the Sangit Bhavana principal will oversee traditional cultural events, while a dedicated subcommittee will manage Santali performances. The layout and erection subcommittee will oversee fairground infrastructure. Another committee will handle stall allocation, rent collection and vacation of stalls after the fair. Separate panels will manage electricity and drinking water supplies, electricity-charge collection, security, fire safety, guest transport and accommodation, first aid and sanitation. An eco-friendly and environment subcommittee has been formed to help make the fair environmentally friendly. Other bodies will oversee exhibitions, cooking arrangements and volunteer recruitment, while the food safety and security subcommittee will monitor food quality and safety. Bolpur Municipality will handle cleanliness, while CCTV surveillance will be installed for security. A new website is also being developed to provide fair-related information. Download the TOI App.