Rann of Kutch: Prime Minister Narendrabhai Modi today celebrated the festival of Diwali with armed forces (BSF, Army, Navy, IAF) at Sir - Creek near Indo-Pak border in Kutch district of Gujarat. After arriving at Koteshwar in Kutch from Ekta Nagar (Kevadiya), Modi visited Lakki Nala in the Sir Creek area, where he distributed sweets to the soldiers. In a video shared on an X post, Modi, dressed in a BSF uniform, was seen offering treats to the personnel aboard a patrol vessel. "Glad to hav...Read More

Bhuj: India's Border Security Force (BSF) nabbed a Pakistani citizen today morning while he was trying to cross the India - Pakistan international border fence and enter into India through Rann of Kutch in Kutch district of Gujarat. The Pakistani ciizen identified as Afzal(30) from Sialkot in Pakistan was detained by BSF and taken for questioning and interrogation. Nothing suspicious or objectionable was found from his possession. “Around 7.15 am, a BSF sentry spotted a Pakistani man trying...Read More

Kutch: The Gujarat government is considering the idea of conducting an initial assessment of lithium potential in the Rann of Kutch area and identifying areas for systematic exploration. This initiative aligns with India's increased focus on raw material security, aiming for 50 percent non-fossil capacity by 2030. Piyush Shah, director (technical) at Gujarat Mineral Research and Development Society (GMRDS), told a news portal, "We will commence with a trial study to gather preliminary data, a...Read More

Gandhinagar: Rann Utsav in Kutch attracted over 7.28 lakh visitors in the year 2023, far more than 2.07 lakh visitors in 2022. Among theses visitors, 4,353 were foreign nationals in 2022 and 8,322 in 2023. The government witnessed entry fee of Rs. 3.25 crore in 2023 compared to Rs. 1.72 crore in 2022. The items sold at crafts and food stalls were worth Rs. 4.19 crore in 2022 and Rs. 7.388 crore in 2023. These details were shared by the Tourism Minister in reply to a question in the State assembl...Read More

Kutch: The White Rann of Kutch is a famous tourist place in Gujarat, known for its picturesque white desert. The Rann sees lakhs of visitors, especially during the winters when the Rann Utsav is held. People who visit the Rann never miss a chance to get clicked with the backdrop of the white desert, which matches the sky on the horizon. However, some pictures are so special that they become internet sensations. One such recent set of pictures features women members of the 50-plus Voyagers Clu...Read More

Dholavira: The Rann of Kutch is a beacon for global tourists, renowned for its picturesque pure white deserts that extend as far as the eye can see, creating an ethereal landscape. Sitting on the edge of Western Gujarat and boasting India's largest salt plain, the Great Rann of Kutch captivates visitors. Amidst this natural wonder, another attraction has now caught the eyes of travelers known as a "Road to Heaven." Unveiling the Road to Heaven: Stretching across 30 kilometers of the 278 km...Read More

Kutch: Commencing on November 10th and extending until February 25th, the Rann Utsav is attracting visitors to the White Rann of Kutch, where they can marvel at the picturesque snow-white salt desert that stretches to the horizon. Over this three-month-long celebration, the Indian Railways has introduced a special tour package for the Rann Utsav. The IRCTC Zonal Office in Mumbai is presenting the 'Rann Utsav – White Rann Resorts,' an inclusive and budget-friendly Rail Tour Package originating...Read More

Gandhinagar: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel is set to unveil a permanent light and sound show at the White Rann watchtower on December 26th. Against the enchanting backdrop of the white desert, the show will depict the rich history and culture of Kutch through village-themed decorations. The unveiling event is scheduled for 5 pm on Tuesday. The light & sound show has been readied for a total cost of Rs. 7.29 crore. Its length is 18 minutes. It will be shown daily twice in the evening. 250...Read More

Gandhinagar: Aerotrans Services, a leading name for air charter services in Gujarat, has announced the launch of several helicopter ride services to various places of tourist attraction within Gujarat and outside at Nathdwara. The new joyrides at Dhordo, Rann Utsav shall begin on 27 December 2023. These helicopter joyrides will be for around eight minutes and will be offered at Dhordo, the location for the Rann Utsav. This joyride will be able to give a unique experience to tourists to see th...Read More

Bhuj: There was as long as five kms long traffic jam on road leading to the White Rann of Kutch in border district Kutch on Sunday due to long week-end (Saturday, Sunday and public holiday of Christmas). After Diwali, the district has witnessed another tourist season in which the hotels, guest houses and home-stay facilities are completely full. A road that passes through the Rann of Kutch, popularly known as a 'Road to heaven' is also witnessing huge rush. The long queue of vehicles was attribu...Read More