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'International Tourism Expo' is being organized in Greater Noida from 22nd February 2024. Travel agents from more than 120 Indian cities are participating in this three-day expo. Internationally, Saudi Arabia is the premium partner country for the event, while Maldives, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand are the partner countries.

The Noida Flower Show, which will be a vibrant celebration of nature's beauty, will be held at the Ramlila Ground, Noida Stadium, in Sector 21.

It’s a collaborative effort between the Noida authority and the Floriculture Society of Noida. This grand exhibition, now in its 36th edition, promises to showcase as many as 70 varieties of flora, and thereby creating a breathtaking spectacle for attendees.

Manju Grover, General Secretary of the Noida Floriculture Society, disclosed that the chosen theme for this year's exhibition is the elegant ‘Stock’ flower. At the entrance, captivating Stock flower exhibits will greet visitors, while various delightful varieties of this floral beauty will be prominently displayed throughout the show.

A particular highlight of the event will be a landscaping exhibit featuring an array of cut flowers and plants, capturing the essence of nature's diverse splendour.

With a keen focus on environmental consciousness, the exhibition will focus on plants that contribute to pollution reduction. In addition to the visual feast of flowers, workshops will be organised during the event, which will aim at educating school children on plantation techniques and the art of transforming kitchen waste into valuable compost. To cater to diverse interests, food stalls will also be present, offering a culinary complement to the botanical wonders on display.

Invitations will be extended to schools, corporate offices, colleges, and Residents' Welfare Associations (RWAs), anticipating the participation of around three lakh people, particularly nature enthusiasts and gardening aficionados. The flower show, unfortunately, couldn't take place during the challenging COVID years of 2021 and 2022, but made a triumphant return last year.

The expansive exhibition grounds will host over 80 stalls, featuring 38 nurseries alongside entrepreneurs selling a wide variety of gardening-related equipment, pottery, manure, and more. Vandana Tripathi, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) with the Noida Authority, highlighted the diverse offerings, while stressing on the fact that the show will also include gardening competitions, potting demonstrations, informative talks covering topics such as millets and composting, and captivating cultural shows.

The organisers aim to make the show accessible to all, with free entry for attendees. Furthermore, to infuse a touch of social awareness, street plays addressing pertinent social issues will be held, adding an educational and thought-provoking dimension to this delightful celebration of nature's bounty.

Manish Kumar, from the floriculture department of the Noida authority, expressed excitement about the upcoming event, ensuring that it will be a holistic experience that caters to a wide spectrum of interests and passions..

Source : India Times