Polo Utsav - 2016

            Polo is an ancient settlement established around 10th century AD as a gateway ('Polo') between Gujarat and Rajasthan. Polo is a poem penned by Mother Nature in the lap of Aravalli Hills. It is a dry deciduous forest with diverse flora and fauna. It also has rich tradition and heritage with the potential of becoming an Eco-Tourism destination.

            The District Administration started an innovative 'Tour De Polo' Green Cycle Race in 2014 and 'Polo Utsav' in 2015 to throw a challenge for the participants and to experience shades of nature, enigmatic culture and create awareness for protection and preservation of environment.

This year, we are organising the second edition of Polo Utsav called 'Polo Utsav-2016' A Green Festival. The event will be organised from 9th January to 8th March, 2016. The district administration along with the support of Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited (TCGL) has created a Tent City with 30 luxurious tents for accommodation, dining and a package tour including cycling, horse riding, camel cart, trekking etc. Polo Utsav - 2016 will be a good way to relax in the lap of nature and will definitely be a break from the hectic work schedule.

The focus of this event is promotion of Eco Tourism and livelihood generation for the local tribal population especially the women SHGs. ‘Green Activities’ like cycling, trekking photography etc are promoted by building the capacity of the local populace.

The Polo sustainable development model requires your support to encourage responsible and sustainable tourism through this green festival Polo Utsav - 2016. We request you to come to polo with your family and friends stay overnight and refresh yourself and go back rejuvenated.

            With Regards

     Collector Sabarkantha