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If you are interested in watersports, then check out the newly developed Hanuwantiya island in Madhya Pradesh. The state tourism is also organising a Jal Mahotsav (Water Festival) at the island located in the Indira Sagar Dam reservoir. The Festival will be held from February 12-21, 2016. The dam, located in Khandwa district, is on the Narmada River. Madhya Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (MPTDC), the organiser of the festival, has built a boat club, a restaurant and cottages on the island. Tented accommodation will be provided during the festival. Visitors can avail a cruise and motor boat rides from the boat club. During the festival, visitors can participate in watersports, kite flying and volleyball competitions. A food and craft bazar will also be set up during the festival. MP Tourism has also organised package tours to cover the event to and from Indore (the nearest airport).
What Water Festival
Where Hanuwantiya island, Indira Sagar Dam, Madhya Pradesh
When February 12-21, 2016
Contact www.mptourism.com