Dang: A sudden change in weather conditions was witnessed in Dang district of South Gujarat late Friday night, as strong winds followed by unseasonal rain affected Saputara, Ahwa, and several surrounding rural areas. The weather remained volatile throughout the day, with heavy winds sweeping across the district and dense cloud cover forming overhead. Intermittent showers were later reported in parts of Ahwa, leading to a temporary drop in temperature and a noticeable rise in humidity. Tourist d...Read More

Nashik: In a significant infrastructure boost for tourism and regional connectivity, the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has approved the four-laning of the 17-kilometre stretch of National Highway between Vani and Hatgad in Nashik district. The stretch forms a key link to Saputara, the popular hill station located in Gujarat. The Ministry has issued the final land acquisition notification for the project, under which 3 hectares and 57 gunthas of land will be acquired. A prelimina...Read More

Gandhinagar: In alignment with the nationwide approach to promote women-led development, the South Dang Forest Division has effectively implemented the Lakhpati Didi Yojana, empowering tribal women through sustainable livelihoods and self-employment opportunities through nursery cultivation. With the central objective of enabling women to earn ₹1 lakh annually, the scheme offers training, financial support, and direct engagement in raising saplings, the Gujarat government said today. An offic...Read More

Dang: Gujarat’s most scenic hill station, Saputara, is all set to host its annual Monsoon Festival – Megh Malhar Parv from 26 July to 17 August 2025, promising a vibrant celebration of culture, tradition, and natural beauty. Organised by Gujarat Tourism, the festival is a much-awaited event that celebrates the magic of the monsoon in the breathtaking landscapes of the Dang district. The picturesque Saputara Lake and surrounding areas will come alive with a series of colourful cultural event...Read More

Dangs: After lashing parts of the Saurashtra region in Gujarat for the last two days, the monsoon clouds shifted their focus to South Gujarat today. Very heavy downpours lashed the region, with Dangs district recording the highest rainfall across the state. According to data from the State Emergency Operation Center, Gandhinagar, the Dang-Ahwa taluka received 7.17 inches of rain between 6 am and 8 pm. Other areas in Dangs also witnessed significant rainfall, with Vaghai recording 5.16 inches an...Read More