CM Dr. Mohan Yadav inaugurated Kuno Forest Festival

• 18 Dec 2023

Why In News?

On December 17, 2023, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav inaugurated the first edition of the Kuno Forest Festival at the Kuno Forest Retreat (tent city) constructed in village Ranipura in Sheopur district.

Key Points:

• The first edition of Kuno Forest Festival is being organised by Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board from December 17 to December 21.
• This festival, being organised in a tent city equipped with state-of-the-art facilities near Kuno National Park, will boost the tourism potential in the area.
• Tourists will be able to enjoy luxury glamping at Kuno Forest Retreat (Tent City). Also, tourists will be able to thrill themselves with activities like hot air ballooning, paramotoring, jungle safari.
• Being organised by Iyak Ventures Private Limited and Lalluji & Sons in collaboration with Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, this festival will provide a unique experience of exciting activities along with cultural programs. There will also be various activities and workshops to promote local art and culture.
• This festival will be a combination of adventure, entertainment and culture. Jungle safari will also give you a chance to see the rich wildlife wealth of the area. The cultural heritage of Madhya Pradesh will also be promoted along with traditional art, cultural events and delicious dishes.
• In this festival which will last for 5 days, many activities including various types of adventure sports, art, craft, music, village tour, and food will be organised. A tent city has been prepared for the tourists, in which 50 Swiss tents with all facilities have been installed.
• Tourists will be able to enjoy the experience of parasailing, hot air ballooning, paragliding, stargazing with a silent DJ on site, jungle safari, Dev Khoh tour and night walk.