‘Saputara Megh Malhar Parva-2024’ to be launched by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel at Saputara Inauguration of ‘Monsoon Festival’ on July 29 stated Gujarat Tourism Minister Mulubhai Bera
- Month-long Megh Malhar Parva will host programs showcasing various traditional cultures of Dang and the ‘Rain Run Marathon’
- During monsoon festival, tourists will shown around 18 major attractions.
- Saputara, the only hill station of Gujarat, was visited by 8.16 lakh tourists in 2022 and 11.13 lakh tourists in 2023
With an aim of further promoting local employment along with tourism at Saputara, the only hill station of Gujarat, state Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will inaugurate ‘Saputara Megh Malhar Parva 2024’ on July 29 at 9.00 am.
State Tourism Minister Mulubhai said that Monsoon Festival, has been celebrated in Gujarat since 2009, is going to be inaugurated by Chief Minister for the first time this year, there is a lot of enthusiasm among the local people about it. Minister gave more details about the Monsoon Festival and said that like every year this year also, Gujarat Tourism Corporation has organized a festival in the monsoon season. Monsoon festival is going to be grandly organized at Saputara for one month from July 29 to August 28, 2024. Dated at Boat House Ground, Saputara. The program will begin with a colorful parade in front of the Tourism Corporation’s Toran Hotel at the inauguration ceremony on July 29. In which local musical instruments of Dang, entertaining characters, characters in different costumes, Dangi tribal dance and various activities will be presented. After the colorful parade, chief guest will arrive at the dome prepared near the Gan Saputara lake where a cultural program is planned. At the end of the program, CM will flag off the ‘Rain Run Marathon’ near Saputara Circle.
In addition, various cultural programs will be organized at the main dome taking advantage of public holidays of Fri-Sat-Sun. In the evening programs will be held at Saputara Main Circle and Governor’s Hill in order to familiarize tourists with local culture of Dang and also provide more employment to local artists.
Along with this event, a special Dahi-Handi program has also been grandly organized on Janmashtami minister added. During the monsoon festival, tourists will get to enjoy around 18 major attractions in the vicinity, including Eco Tourism Camp Site-Mahal, Aquarium, Eco Point, Gandharvapur Artist Village, Gira Falls, Governor’s Hill, Hathgarh Fort, Honey Bee Centre, Museums, including Nageswara Mahadev Temple, Purna Sanctuary, Rose Garden, Saputara Lake, Saputara Tribal Museum, Step Garden, Sunrise Point, Sunset Point and the famous Vasanda National Park.
Also, paper craft workshops and archery practice sessions, worli arts, handicrafts and photography exhibitions will also attract tourists. Tourism Minister said, Saputara’s pleasant environment and natural beauty has always been the first choice of tourists.
As a result of the monsoon festival organized by State Government Tourism Corporation, the number of tourists coming here is gradually increasing. Total 11.13 lakh tourists visited Saputara throughout the year, including approximately 8.16 lakh during year 2022 and over 2.44 lakh during the Saputara Festival in 2023.
Thus the influx of tourists to the Saputara Festival has resulted in increased sources of income along with employment in Dang and its surrounding areas thus improving the standard of living. The Tourism Minister said that Saputara, alsoknown as ‘Cherapunji’ of Gujarat, receives an average of 255 cm of monsoon rain every year so that the natural forest flourishes in this region, which attracts tourists from outside the state.
Saputara, is Gujarat’s only hill station, is situated at an altitude of about 3,000 feet above sea level. Saputara has been developed by Gujarat Tourism as a planned hill station offering facilities like guesthouse, gardens, swimming pool, boat club, auditorium, rope way and museum.
In the inauguration ceremony to be held in the presence of Chief Minister, Minister of State for Tribal Development Mr. Kunvarji Halapati, Dang MLA Vijaybhai Patel, Member of Parliament from Valsad Dhavalbhai Patel, Dang Zilla Panchayat President Nirmalaben Gain including high officials of the Tourism Corporation, local office-bearers, citizens. will participate in the festival
At a glance
With the arrival of the monsoon, Gujarat is adorned with the blessings of rain, igniting a sense of happiness and jubilation. Gujarat Tourism proudly unveiled the Saputara Monsoon Festival, an extraordinary annual event, to captivate travelers from far and wide. Brimming with excitement and passion, this year’s festival has commenced in Saputara, casting a spell that transforms the hill station into a resplendent bride. Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating allure of this remarkable monsoon extravaganza, as we embark on a journey through its vibrant and enchanting details.
When
The much-awaited Monsoon Festival in Gujarat is an annual event celebrated amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Saputara region in the Dang District. This year, mark your calendars from 29 July 2024 to 28 August 2024, as the Saputara Monsoon Festival is set to captivate visitors with its enchanting charm..
Where
Nestled around the picturesque Saputara Lake, Boat House Ground, Saputara will come alive with many cultural and regional activities, making it a celebration. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions, dance to the rhythm of local folk performances indulge in delectable regional cuisine, and witness the rich heritage of Gujarat on full display..
Main Attraction
- Inaugural Parade
- Cultural program at the Dome on the inauguration day
- Rain Run Marathon on Inauguration Day
- Art Gallery
- Special cultural program at the Dome (every Friday, Saturday-Sunday and public holidays, closing day)
- Cultural performance by local artists (every Friday, Saturday-Sunday and public holidays)
- Saputara Main Circle
- Governor Hill
- On Janmashtami Day – Dahi Handi Competition
- Explore the enchanting attractions around Saputara, including the scenic Don Hill Station, Gira Waterfalls, Girmal Waterfalls, Waghai Botanical Garden, and other delightful destinations.
Activities at Main Dome during Megh Malhar Parva (Daily from 10.00 AM to 7.00 PM):
- Workshops – Bamboo Art Workshop, Musical Instrument Learning Classes, Terracotta Workshop, Worli Tribal Art, Gond Art Workshop, Kitchen Gardening, Clay Molding Classes etc.
- Various Competitions and Activities – Yoga Classes, Quiz Contest, Seminar, Magic Show, Dance Competition, Ceramic Painting, Glass Painting, Snakes & Ladder Game, Balloon Finger Painting, Teaser Hunt, Various Games, Story Telling, Tie Leg Race, Finger Painting, Entertainment activities and other attractions like musical chair, throw a ring, tattoo making, hula hoop, craft activities, rangoli competition etc.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and captivating offerings of the Saputara Monsoon Megh Malhar Parva 2024.
