In late 2025, police conducted raids on several Sonpur Mela theatres, rescuing five minors who alleged they were being forced to dance under duress. This led to renewed investigations into human trafficking networks operating within the entertainment sector of the fair. Security Measures:

Forget the runway—the real fashion week happens at the , where dusty paths become catwalks and every swirl of a ghagra tells a story. Welcome to our Dance Sonpur Mela Fashion & Style Gallery —a celebration of the eclectic, earthy, and electric style that defines the world’s largest cattle fair.

The gallery highlights key accessories that transform a simple outfit into dance attire:

The "style gallery" of Sonepur is not just on stage but in the stalls and crowds. While the theaters feature modern item numbers , the fair’s daytime stalls display a more traditional side of Bihar’s heritage.

Walking through the mela grounds, you will notice a distinct texture. Most dancers wear (cotton) because the Ganges humidity is brutal. However, for the evening aarti and marriage processions within the mela, women drape Bhagalpuri silk —famous worldwide for its creamy texture and minimal gold border. A style gallery focusing on macro shots of fabric would show the slub of the khadi thread, a detail impossible to replicate in machine-made cloth.