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Time of India
08-07-2025
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- Time of India
When it rained mangoes in Delhi's heritage garden
Delhiites rejoiced taking part in a mango feast at Lodhi Garden For mango lovers, the arrival of monsoon marks the final call to indulge in the season's last mangoes. So, when a mango party was hosted in the Lodhi Garden, even the rains couldn't stop aam enthusiasts from showing up. As the greens glistened around the Shish Gumbad, the aroma of over 50kg of ripe mangoes mingled in the air. Under the heritage mango tree, host Ravinder Singh treated the attendees to a sensory performance titled Memory Orchard. 'You will not just see a mango, you will see my childhood,' he said while talking about how mangoes reminded him of his naani and how she taught him to savour dasheri aam and more. Folk songs like Ambwa Ki Chhaiyan Mein played in the backdrop, enhancing the mood of indulging in all things mango Scent meets sentiment Through the five senses - smell, sight, touch, sound, and taste - the host took the attendees on a journey of mango memories. They wrote childhood anecdotes and their favourite mango stories on postcards and then smeared them with mango or green mango-scented attars. Attendees smeared themselves with mango or green mango-scented attars The scent of the mangoes filled the air Mango mania meets monsoon at Lodhi Garden The final stage of the immersive journey was sharing the joy of eating, while songs like Ambwa Ki Chhaiyan Mein played in the backdrop. From Rataul and Husnara to unique varieties like gulab jamun and banana, the mango party was a joyful plunge into childhood. 'Mango is a fruit of integration' 'Garmi se tilmilaya hua sheher ho aur usmein thodi si barsaat ho jaye, aur aam apne aap apke paas ajaye… gazab hai maano! Mango is a fruit of integration - of families, friends and regions,' said veteran theatre actor-director MK Raina, while gorging on a slice of langda aam. Mango mania gripped aam lovers 'We hardly use the public spaces in the city to bring people together. Through the mango and my memories with mangoes, I want to bring people together," said Ravinder, who hosted the fourth edition of the mango party at Lodhi Garden The mango party was a joyful plunge into childhood 'This mango party was like recreating a summer moment from my childhood when our family used to sit together, on the floor, to eat mangoes. Haath, kapre sab gande ho jaate thay' Disha, who attended the mango party Ravinder Singh hosted the fourth edition of his annual mango party at Lodhi Garden
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mango festival celebrates diverse varieties and cultural heritage in new delhi
New Delhi: The capital's much-awaited celebration of the king of fruits—the 34th Mango Festival—was inaugurated by chief minister Rekha Gupta on Friday at Thyagaraj Stadium. Organised by Delhi tourism, the event brought together mango growers, food lovers, and cultural enthusiasts under one roof. The inaugural ceremony was attended by tourism minister Kapil Mishra, chief secretary Dharmendra, MLA Neeraj Basoya, and Delhi tourism and transportation development corporation's managing director Niharika Rai, among others. Held annually since 1987, the Mango Festival is a tribute to India's most beloved fruit. This year, the event features a vibrant exhibition of over 400 mango varieties—from the tiny Husnara to the papaya-sized Haathijhool. Other exotic names like Rataul, Ramkela, Mallika, Amrapali, Litchi, and Fazli are also drawing attention. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi The festival provides a platform for farmers, exporters, and research institutions to showcase their produce and mango-based products. Key participants this year include ICAR-IARI Pusa, GB Pant University, Bihar Agricultural University, and the Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture, among others. Reminiscing about her childhood memories associated with mangoes, CM Gupta lauded the tourism department's efforts in organising the annual showcase. "Mangoes are not just fruits, they're part of our tradition and collective nostalgia," she said while unveiling the official mascot of the festival. She urged Delhiites to visit the stadium and enjoy the festivities. India, home to nearly 1,000 of the world's 1,500 mango varieties, produces up to 64% of the global mango supply. Uttar Pradesh alone contributes over 25%, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, and Maharashtra. There are more than 400 varieties of mango on display this year. To attract visitors, mango-eating competitions (for both men and women), sale of fresh mangoes and mango-based products, cultural performances and traditional dances, and kids' zones, quizzes, and selfie spots have been planned by the tourism department. The festival is open to the public until June 29, from 11 am to 9 pm daily. Delhi Tourism is running a free shuttle service from INA Metro Station to ensure convenient access for visitors.
