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MP CM Mohan Yadav Visits Gujarat's Rann Utsav, Plans Tent City for Ujjain

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in Gujarat's famous Rann Utsav cultural festival during a day-long visit. He praised the event as a world-class tourism model that transformed barren land with farmer participation. Yadav announced plans to develop a tent city in Ujjain for the 2028 Simhastha festival, inspired by the Rann Utsav. He also shared that the MP government will create a museum at the site of the Bhopal gas tragedy.

Key Points: MP CM Mohan Yadav at Gujarat Rann Utsav, Plans Ujjain Tent City

  • MP CM visits Gujarat's Rann Utsav
  • Festival praised as global cultural symbol
  • MP to develop Bhopal gas tragedy museum
  • Tent city planned for Ujjain's Simhastha 2028
  • Initiative aims to boost tourism and local employment
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Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav participates in Gujarat's 'Rann Utsav'

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav participates in Gujarat's Rann Utsav, praises its tourism model, and announces a similar tent city for Ujjain's Simhastha 2028.

"This is an inspiring example of how a barren land has been transformed... into a model of tourism, livelihood, and development - Mohan Yadav"

Bhopal/Gandhinagar, Feb 2 Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, who was on a day-long visit to the neighbouring state Gujarat on Monday, participated in the famous 'Rann Utsav', a grand cultural festival featuring traditional music, dance, handicrafts, and white desert views.

After participating in the ongoing mega festival in Gujarat's Kutch, Chief Minister Yadav shared his experiences through a social media post, describing it as an "inspiring example of how a barren land has been transformed, with the participation of farmers, into a model of tourism."

"I participated in the magnificent 'Rann Utsav' and experienced firsthand the arrangements of the world-class tent city. This is an inspiring example of how a barren land has been transformed, with the participation of farmers, into a model of tourism, livelihood, and development that the world is witnessing," the Chief Minister wrote on X.

Praising the beauty of the festival and the performance of the artists, Yadav stated that the vibrant performances of folk artists and the rich culture of Gujarat give this festival a unique identity.

"Rann Utsav in the Rann of Kutch, initiated under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has become a global symbol of India's cultural strength and tourism potential," he added.

The Chief Minister further stated that the 'Smriti Van' in Bhuj (Gujarat), which preserves the memories of the earthquake victims, "is a symbol of compassion and resolve."

He shared that the Madhya Pradesh government is planning to develop a dedicated museum at the site of the defunct Union Carbide Factory, which had resulted in the world's lethal chemical tragedy (Bhopal Gas Tragedy) on December 2-3,1984.

Meanwhile, Yadav also announced that during the Simhastha - 2028 in Ujjain, the Madhya Pradesh government will develop a tent city on the lines of the 'Rann Utsav' of Gujarat.

"A tent city will be developed in Ujjain for the 'Simhastha' festival in 2028, on the lines of the 'Rann Utsav'. We will also work on a plan to develop tent cities in other areas of our state that attract a large number of tourists. This will create local employment opportunities and benefit farmers as well," the CM added.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to see CMs visiting each other's states and sharing best practices. The tent city idea for Ujjain is brilliant. But I hope the focus on the Bhopal Gas Tragedy museum is genuine and gets proper funding and respect, not just a talking point. That tragedy must never be forgotten.
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Aman W
Rann Utsav is a world-class event, no doubt. Transforming barren land into a tourism hub is the kind of development we need. If similar models can be applied in MP's tourist spots like Khajuraho or Pachmarhi, it will create so many jobs. Promising announcement!
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Sarah B
As someone who attended Rann Utsav last year, the scale and organization are impressive. The handicrafts and folk music are unforgettable. If Ujjain can capture even half that magic for Simhastha, it will be a major draw for international pilgrims and tourists. Good learning.
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Karthik V
While the tourism plan is good, I'm more concerned about the mention of the Bhopal museum. That's long overdue. The victims' families have waited decades for proper recognition and support. I hope this plan is executed with sensitivity and urgency, not just as an afterthought in a press release.
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Nisha Z
Gujarat's model of involving farmers in tourism is key. It ensures the benefits reach the grassroots. If MP does the same, it could change the lives of many in rural areas. Also, preserving culture through such festivals is so important for our next generation. 👏

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