Articles tagged under: rann utsav

Kutch Rann Utsav 2024 begins; lakhs of visitors to experience tent city, light & sound show, and more till Feb 28

November 14, 2024
Kutch Rann Utsav 2024 begins; lakhs of visitors to experience tent city, light & sound show, and more till Feb 28

Gandhinagar: Over the past 20 years, Gujarat’s tourism industry has experienced impressive growth. With its diverse geography and numerous attractions, it has become a top destination for travellers. A standout feature is White Rann Of Kutch, which has drawn thousands of tourists since its revival after natural disasters like earthquakes. Once seen as barren land, this desert now hosts the grand Rann Utsav, a four-month-long celebration of Kutch's art, culture, hospitality, and traditions. Thi...Read More

Railways to run special Bandra – Bhuj trains for Kutch Rann Utsav 2024

November 10, 2024
Railways to run special Bandra – Bhuj trains for Kutch Rann Utsav 2024

Surat: After special trains to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand during Diwali vacation, now three special trains of Bhuj are to be operated keeping in mind the Kutch Rann Utsav. Special fare will be charged for this special train. 6 trains of 09037-38 Bandra Terminus-Bhuj Superfast, 2 trains of 09029-30 Bandra Terminus, Bhuj, Valsad, 2 trains of 09471-72 Bandra Terminus- Bhuj are to be operated in this connection. Along with this, a special train will also be run between 04726-25 Bandra-Hisar....Read More

IRCTC announces tour package for Rann of Kutch with Kevadia (SOU)

November 04, 2024
IRCTC announces tour package for Rann of Kutch with Kevadia (SOU)

Kutch: Starting November 11th and running through March 25th, the Rann Utsav will draw visitors to the stunning White Rann of Kutch, where they can admire the breathtaking expanse of the snow-white salt desert. During this extended celebration, the Indian Railways has launched a special tour package for the Rann Utsav. The IRCTC has announced a package from Lucknow to the Rann of Kutch and the Statue of Unity in Kevadia. Here are the full details of this package: Package Details P...Read More

Many fold increase in number of tourists in Rann Utsav

February 17, 2024
Many fold increase in number of tourists in Rann Utsav

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

IRCTC tour packages for Kutch Rann Utsav 2023

December 26, 2023
IRCTC tour packages for Kutch Rann Utsav 2023

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

Gujarat CM to dedicate Bhuj bus port, visit Rann Utsav, Khavda renewable energy park works

December 25, 2023
Gujarat CM to dedicate Bhuj bus port, visit Rann Utsav, Khavda renewable energy park works

The Chief Minister of Gujarat is coming to Kutch on 26th. He will be inaugurating and perform ground breaking for Rs. 266 crore development works in this border district including inauguration of the iconic busport of Bhuj which has been readied at a cost of Rs. 266 crores. Apart from this, five to seven works including Khatmuhurt of an important royal gate of Gandhidham, are also scheduled. During the function to be held on 26th at the new Bhuj Bus port, Chief Minister will perform e-launch ...Read More

IRCTC offers special tour packages for Kutch Rann Utsav 2023

November 15, 2023
IRCTC offers special tour packages for Kutch Rann Utsav 2023

Kutch: The Rann Utsav kicked off on November 10th and will continue till February 25th. People are visiting the White Rann of Kutch to witness the snow-white salt desert stretching to the horizon. During this three-month-long extravaganza, the Indian Railways has also launched a special tour package for the Rann Utsav. The IRCTC Zonal Office in Mumbai is offering the 'Rann Utsav – White Rann Resorts,' an all-inclusive and cost-effective Rail Tour Package starting from Mumbai, with confirmed...Read More

Kutch Rann Utsav 2023 kicks off

November 11, 2023
Kutch Rann Utsav 2023 kicks off

Kutch: The Rann Utsav, which began as a three-day festival back in 2005, has now evolved into a three-month extravaganza held in the White Rann of Kutch. This year’s festivities kicked off on November 10th and are set to continue until February 25th in the snow-white salt desert stretching to the horizon. Prime Minister Modi extended an invitation to Amitabh Bachchan to visit the Kutch Rann Utsav, although the megastar hasn't confirmed plans yet. Nonetheless, the White Rann of Kutch has emerg...Read More

PM Modi urges Amitabh Bachchan to visit Statue of Unity, Kutch Rann Utsav

October 15, 2023
PM Modi urges Amitabh Bachchan to visit Statue of Unity,  Kutch Rann Utsav

Gandhinagar: Prime Minister Narendrabhai Modi went to X (formerly Twitter) to invite the senior actor Amitabh Bachchan to Kutch Rann Utsav and Statue of Unity in Gujarat. Amitabh Bachchan had played as the brand ambassador of the Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Ltd (TCGL) in 2012, when PM Narendra Modi was Chief Minister of Gujarat. Bachchan today afternoon tweeted a picture of PM Modi's recent visit to Parvati Kund and Jageshwar. The Prime Minister in around an hour only, quoting Bachcha...Read More

Amit Shah to stay in Tent City in Rann of Kutch; will address Sarpanchs of border districts

November 09, 2020
Amit Shah to stay in Tent City in Rann of Kutch; will address Sarpanchs of border districts

Bhuj: Union Home minister Amit Shah will be on two-day visit to border district Kutch in Gujarat. Shah is likely to arrive at Dhordo tent city late in the evening on November 11. On the next day he will hold a meeting with Sarpanchs (village heads) from three border districts - Kutch, Banaskantha and Patan. Shah will also hold meeting with India's Border Security Force (BSF) officials. This is tentative details sourced from the district administration of Kutch. More details of this visit are awa...Read More