Reported by The Times of India
Surat: Saputara, Gujarat’s only hill station, today witnessed the grand inauguration of the “Saputara Monsoon Festival 2026,” positioned as a confluence of nature and culture. The festival was formally opened by Gujarat deputy chief minister Harsh Sanghavi and will run until Aug 29. The multi-week celebration is designed to offer tourists a distinctive monsoon experience through a blend of natural attractions, cultural showcases, adventure activities, folk arts, local cuisine, and guided nature trails.
The major attractions of the inaugural event included an “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat” theme-based parade, cultural and musical performances, while during the fest, craft and tribal art workshops, curated nature trails, and a range of outdoor adventure activities will be held. Visitors can also expect local food offerings, rain dance events, selfie points, and other family-oriented, experience-based activities aimed at engaging all age groups.
Following the inauguration ceremony, a large cultural event was held featuring a national award-winning choreography-based dance presentation by 110 artists representing 13 states. Local performers added a strong regional flavour with a traditional Dangi dance performance that drew enthusiastic responses from attendees.
