by Suman Gupta
Chief minister Shri Kamalnath Singh inaugurated the month-long fourth Jal Mahotsav (aqua festival) amidst fanfare at Hanuvntiya island on the back water of Indira Sagar dam in MP’s Khandwa district on Thursday.
Various land and water adventurous activities were held on the opening day of the festival. The sky was filled with cololurful kites and tourists enjoyed the para motor ride, water para sailing, water jorbing and other activities.
This year the event will serve as a perfect platform to experience the life, culture, colourful customs and rich traditions of Madhya Pradesh through local art, craft, folk music, dance and cuisines. ‘Jal Mahotsav’ will offer sports and nature enthusiasts, a plethora of adventurous activities to rejoice and to create memories with Hot Air Ballooning, Cycling, Cruise Boating, Water Parasailing, Para Motoring, Island Overnight Camping, Star Gazing, Bird Watching to name a few.
As part of security measures, all activities at the complex were being monitored by drone-controlled aerial videography.
Highlights
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A one-month long festival of Adventure activities, Arts & Crafts, Music, Food, Nature and many more.
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A Tent city in approx. 17 acres of land comprising of 104 Luxury Swiss tents and multi cuisine dining will be functional from 20th December 2019.
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Conference facility which will facilitate big corporate conferences and destination weddings has been developed.
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Island Activities will be available for Adventure loving people (Camping, Bird Watching, Trekking etc.)
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More Adventure activities on Land, Water & Air.