During the mela, devotees will have the opportunity to offer prayers at the temple and participate in religious activities. The event will also showcase traditional Himachali culture through folk performances, along with local handicraft exhibitions, vibrant markets, food courts featuring regional delicacies, and amusement rides for families.

Former councillor Uttam Chand has raised concerns over the disappearance of key machinery and computerized systems that were once integral to the fountain’s operation, questioning accountability and oversight. Social worker Raj Kumar Sharma also pointed out that while the fountain functioned efficiently in its initial years, consistent neglect by the authorities led to its downfall.

Sonu Tyagi, Founder & Director of Approach Entertainment Group, added, "Clayton Norcross is a true international icon whose talent, charisma, and spiritual depth resonate universally. His genuine love for India and its spiritual heritage makes this partnership even more special. We are honored to represent him in India and look forward to creating impactful collaborations."

The Approach Entertainment & Communications Group has been honoured with prestigious recognitions including the Biz India 2010 Award from the World Confederation of Businesses, the Service Excellence Award from the World Marketing Organization, and PR Company of the Year at the Business Tycoon Awards.

The Vice-President said that as India marches towards the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, articulated by the Prime Minister, media organisations must partner in nation-building by highlighting stories of innovation, start-ups, women’s empowerment, and rural transformation. Truth, objectivity, and fairness, he stressed, must remain the foundation of media institutions.

The Chief Minister said that sports are not merely a medium of entertainment but teach us humility, courage and life skills and praised the resilience shown by the Children of the State. He appreciated the Police Department and the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment for organizing this event and described it as inspirational.

The ceremony is officially called the Beating of the Retreat. Unlike in Delhi, where the annual Beating of the Retreat marks the formal end of Republic Day celebrations with the soulful strains of hymns like Abide with Me (recently dropped) and orchestral renditions of martial tunes, the Wagah version is all noise and motion. It is more a pep rally than a military ritual — designed to excite the crowd rather than inspire reflection.

As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, it has been decided that seven days of state mourning will be observed throughout India from 26.12.2024 to 01.01.2025 both days inclusive. During this period the National flag will be flown at half mast throughout India where it is regularly flown and there will be no official entertainment during the period of state mourning.

HV Cinema will showcase Feature films, Short Films, documentaries and animations on its OTT platfom. There is a dedicated section for Himachali Cinema on this OTT.

Chief Minister said that this World Cup would be organized by Billing Paragliding Association in collaboration with Himachal Pradesh Government. He said that it was a matter of great pleasure that such prestigious International event was being organized in the State which would go a long way in boosting the tourism activities.