Experience Jal Mahotsav to give yourself an adrenaline rush in MP
One of the largest water carnivals in India ‘Jal Mahotsav’ is all set to host you to experience adventure activities and beautiful tent city of Hanuwantiya in Madhya Pradesh
Jal Mahotsav from November 28th, tourists will embrace the thrill of flying inflatable boats
• Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will inaugurate the mega event of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board.
• Jal Mahotsav will be held from 28 November to 28 January in Hanuwantiya island of Khandwa district.
• There will be folk and cultural events along with water, air adventure activities.
If you are planning an adventure-packed vacation with full of fun then Hanuwantiya Island in Khandwa District of Madhya Pradesh is the place that you should add in your bucket list this time. One of India’s longest Watercation presented by Madhya Pradesh Tourism, ‘Jal Mahotsav’ is a combination of food, art, nature, culture and adventure where you can experience clear skies, sparkling blue water and the thrill of scuba diving, bumper boats and much more.
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board is organising the 7th edition of “Jal Mahotsav”, one of the biggest events of the state, from 28 November 2022 at Hanuwantiya Island in Khandwa district. Honourable Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will inaugurate this ‘Water Carnival’ which will endure for two months until 28th Jan, 2023. The event will be graced by the Honourable Minister Tourism, Culture, Religious Trust and Endowment Department Sushri Usha Thakur.
Highlighting about the Jal Mahotsav, Principal Secretary Tourism and Culture and Managing Director, MP Tourism Board Mr. Sheo Shekhar Shukla said, ‘Jal Mahotsav has established itself as an ideal destination for adventure lovers across the country. The Tourism Board constantly strives to enhance the enthusiasm and enjoyment of tourists through new innovations. In this series, a flying inflatable boat activity is being organized at Hanuwantiya island located on the backwaters of Indira Sagar Dam. Tourists will enjoy such an activity for the first time in the country. Adventure activities such as scuba diving, night safari at Boriyamal Island, luxury Regal series boat, 40 feet-high rope swing, zip cycle, paramotoring, parasailing, speed boat, jet-ski, hot air ballooning, motor boat riding etc. will be the major attractions.
The Tourism Board, in association with Sunset Desert Camp, is operating the Tent City on the backwaters of Indira Sagar Dam for tourists. The tent city will have 104 luxury Swiss tents as well as an AC conference hall for corporate conferences. Many activities like Wellness spa by the famous Kareli group of Kerala, three-day national international anglers angling sport event, music festival and kite festival will also be organized.
Jal Mahotsav is organized every year by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board with the aim of developing Hanuwantiya Island as an ideal tourist destination.
Achievements of Jal Mahotsav
- In January 2022- Awarded India’s Unique Water & Adventure Carnival in Spain.
- In 2011- The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India awarded Jal Mahotsav ‘India’s unique water and Adventure Carnival for 2015-16.
It offers an array of adventure activities organized at nature’s paradise Hanuwantiya. Located on the banks of Indira Sagar Dam (India’s largest reservoir), this is a perfect holiday destination for spending an exciting vacation with your loved ones.
At Jal Mahotsav, you can start your day with the golden rays of the rising sun lighting up the tent city, followed by a delicious breakfast and beautiful Mediterranean blue water views to admire.
What to see and do
At Jal Mahotsav, visitors can enjoy adventure activities based on land, air, or water.
Air and water activities- The major attraction of this festival are air and water activities which include windsurfing, water parasailing, water zorbing, jet-skiing, speed boats ride, cruise boats ride, paramotoring, banana boat ride, hot air balloon ride, zip line and more.
Land-based activities: Yoga camp, wellness and spa, cycling, volleyball, archery, tug of war, climbing, kite flying, bull carting and other activities in adventure zone. One can also go for nature walks, cycle around the island, and visit the local villages. Food zone, craft bazaar, stargazing, island camping and experiencing melody of folk, classical and pop music and dance will keep you going throughout the festival.
Other Attractions
Apart from these amazing activities, Khandwa District has several other tourist attractions as well that include Nagchun dam, Ghantaghar, Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga, Tulija Bhavani temple, Indira Sagar Dam and Sailani Island. Also, it is a must-visit place for nature enthusiasts as they can indulge in bird watching, trekking, and night camping.
Way to Hanuwantiya
If you are already making plans and wondering how to get here, the nearest airport is Indore, around 3 hours away from the Madhya Dweep islands where Hanuwantiya is located. If you are travelling by rail, you need to get off at Khandwa, 50 km away. And if you prefer the road, then Hanuwantiya is well connected to Indore, Bhopal and Khandwa.
For booking visit: www.jalmahotsav.com
For more information
Mandira Mitra
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board
9830319014
