Village Fair
A village fair is a kind of rural exhibition. It sits annually at a certain place in the village. The people of all the nearby villages get together at the fair. They sell and buy goods produced in the villages. Sellers from town also come to sell their goods. The villagers enjoy the circus and other recreation activities. Village fair often sits on religious festivals.
The fair is held in an open space. Temporary sheds and shops are built. Shops are decorated with attractive goods. Restaurants and hotels attract villages youths. Men, women, and children come in flocks. Many household items are sold. Wood and bamboo-made items attract buyers. Clothing crookeries and glass bangles draw the attraction of buyers. Baskets and furniture are also sold.
Village life is monotonous. A village fair brings joy to the villagers once each year. It is really a source of joy to the villagers. They enjoy merry-go-round, Jatra, circus, magic show, etc. the children like to buy flutes, dolls, and balloons. Villagers sometimes hold competitions of kite flying, kabaddi, and ha-do-do game.
A village fair helps villages to introduce new goods in the market. It helps villagers to earn by selling goods. It removes the monotony of village life. It brings joy to the villagers. It encourages cottage industry and agricultural activities.
A village fair has both good and bad sides. Sometimes, it encourages gambling and other bad practices. It has no proper sanitation. People drink polluted water. It is a source of joy to the village life.