Lucknow, Nov. 20 -- UP's heritage, cuisine, and craft will get a global platform at the 19th National Jamboree, which will exhibit several 'One District-One Product' items. The state is hosting the prestigious Bharat Scouts and Guides event in Lucknow from November 23 to 29.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the Jamboree's "Diamond Jubilee" programme, a government spokesperson said.

Artisans from the state will showcase their exquisite creations from Banarasi and silk sarees, Chandauli's 'zari-zardozi', Lucknow's Chikankari to Agra's 'petha', Ghazipur's jute wall-hangings and Jaunpur's woollen carpets at a dedicated ODOP pavilion.

"A major international platform like the national jamboree will act as a powerful cat...