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Experience Better Madhya Pradesh Tourism like Never Before!

This financial year, the tourism infrastructure for Madhya Pradesh is going to get an upgradation from an investment of Rs.1,300 crore in both the private and public sector. According to Madhya Pradesh Tourism’s Additional Managing Director, Tanvi Sundriyal, infrastructure upgradation is a long process and the main objective is to raise the room’s inventory in … Continue reading “Experience Better Madhya Pradesh Tourism like Never Before!”

This financial year, the tourism infrastructure for Madhya Pradesh is going to get an upgradation from an investment of Rs.1,300 crore in both the private and public sector. According to Madhya Pradesh Tourism’s Additional Managing Director, Tanvi Sundriyal, infrastructure upgradation is a long process and the main objective is to raise the room’s inventory in the next five years, in three stars or above category. Under this upgradation process, over 300 wayside amenities for every 50 km will be built. To carry out all these, the investment of Rs. 1,300 crore from both government and private sector is the need of the hour.

Presently, 5,400 rooms in the three star or above category are offered by the state.
For constructing more than 300 wayside amenities like restrooms, parks and the likes every 50 km, franchises will be given to private players by Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation.

Religious tourism is not the primary concern for the state government; equal attention is to be given on upgrading wildlife tourism as Madhya Pradesh has six sanctuaries. The primary aim is to promote rural tourism around these sanctuaries, wedding destinations and meetings, incentives, conferencing, exhibitions (MICE) sectors.

To give the tourists a pure feeling of the state, developing rural tourism around the heritage sites is included in the plans of the state government. Besides, the state previously focused on establishing Khajuraho and Orccha as international MICE destinations. Although the state did not have any tie-ups with the neighboring states for joint promotion of tourism circuits, the state government is definitely giving a thought for the future.

The state is expecting a growth in the number of tourist visits this year. Previously in 2015, the state received around eight crore tourists from both domestic and international. Currently, the state is hosting roadshows across the country to enable direct business-to-business contact between the tour operators in Madhya Pradesh and the private service providers.

Another interesting news about Madhya Pradesh is that Rs. 50 crore has been allocated by Tourism minister, KJ Alphons, for the development of Govardhan parikrama because Govardhan in Mathura, needs to become a world-class destination. Also, Govardhan Maharaj Utsav shall be held every year in October. After conducting a site inspection in Mathura to examine the requirements for the development of facilities, the minister proposed this at a meeting with the state government officials.

For the development of the infrastructural facilities at Govardhan in Mathura, previously the UP government had submitted a proposal. Under PRASHAD scheme, projects with a value of Rs. 118.23 crore has already been approved by the ministry of tourism during the last four years and they are under implementation in Varanasi and Mathura in Madhya Pradesh. Out of the 24 sites identified for development in various states, Omkareshwar, Varanasi and Mathura are also included.

So if you are planning to visit Madhya Pradesh, now or later, get ready to be welcomed by a plethora of tourist attractions with no more wasting time by searching for good hotels, restaurants and cafes because you will get to know all once you reach there!

Know Facts About the Lokrang Festival Held on 26 January 2019

India is a land of rich culture and diversity. People of every culture, religion and community resides peacefully in this land. Since cultural diversity is the main characteristic of this beautiful country, the celebration of every festival happens in the most spectacular way. On 26th January every year, the Lokrang festival is celebrated in Lokrang, … Continue reading “Know Facts About the Lokrang Festival Held on 26 January 2019”

India is a land of rich culture and diversity. People of every culture, religion and community resides peacefully in this land. Since cultural diversity is the main characteristic of this beautiful country, the celebration of every festival happens in the most spectacular way.

On 26th January every year, the Lokrang festival is celebrated in Lokrang, Bhopal. It is a five-day long long festival held in the ‘city of lakes’(Bhopal), in which the Madhya Pradesh Adivasi Lok Kala Academy organizes a grand celebration at the Ravindra Bhavan’s open air auditorium. This festival is celebrated not only to honour the Folk and Tribal dance forms but also to prove that India is truly incredible in terms of diversity. The Lokrang festival is witnessed by people from all over the world. You too can contact your tour operators in Madhya Pradesh and enjoy this colorful and culturally rich festival.

Read on to know some interesting facts of Lokrang festival of Madhya Pradesh

 

1. This festival is celebrated for continuous five days.

2. Many entertainment programs are arranged that revolve around the performance of various dramas, dance forms, art, music and many more.

3. Another objective to have a grand celebration of this festival is to pay tribute to ancient cultures that define India.

4. The purpose behind the celebration of these ancient cultures is to still have the flame of culture burning brightly. These cultures are unique in its own way and also forms an important constituent of the Indian community.

5. Thus remembering these cultures every year through celebration is the only way to remind people about their own culture and heritage.

6. Dance performance forms an essential part of this festival. It beautifully upholds the picture of India and highlights the various heritage cultures of India.

7. Every year, this festival emphasizes on a particular dance form from India; sometimes it is the West Indian dance forms like those of Tarangmel dance of Goa that is popular for its youthfulness and energetic vibes, Ghoomar dance of Rajasthan, Nati of Himachal Pradesh, Bhangra of Punjab and many more.

8. The colourful clothing worn by the dancers creates an exhilarating visual treat for the spectators. It looks like a harmonious blending of colours that represent various parts of India.

9. Also, tribal dances are performed to portray Indian heritage and culture. Among the most popular dance forms, some of them are Kathi dance of West Bengal, Lota dance of Madhya Pradesh and many more.

10. Another aim to celebrate Lokrang festival is to eliminate the differentiation among people of India, on the basis of geographical area, religion, caste and colour and to instil a spirit of unity and brotherhood among the people.

11. The main theme is selected every year that focuses on the cultures that are on the verge of extinction.

12. The main theme can pertain to the South Indian cultures or traditions while it may also revere the cultural traditions of Jammu & Kashmir or any other state.

Conclusion- Madhya Pradesh truly defines the festive fervour that runs through the veins of every Indian. Being bordered by five states, Madhya Pradesh has an amalgamation of the different cultures and traditions imbibed from these states. Although it is a mixture of different cultural traditions, Madhya Pradesh never fails to maintain its own identity. Apart from celebrating the major festivals of India like Holi, Id and Diwali, the state also proves to be enthusiastic about its regional festivals and occasions like Kumbh Mela, Lokranjan, Pachmarhi Utsav and the list is endless.