Kota Festival: A Grand Celebration of Hadoti's Heritage, Culture, and Tourism

• The Kota Festival, held on February 21-22, transformed the city into a mega-festival of culture, art, and tourism, aiming for national recognition of the Hadoti region's rich heritage.
• ADM Sealing Krishna Shukla highlighted the festival's design to promote Kota's historical identity and cultural richness, featuring Chambal Maha Aarti, wrestling, cultural performances, and a film festival.
• Special events were organized at key tourist attractions, including Chambal Maha Aarti at the Chambal Riverfront and a wrestling tournament at Shaurya Ghat, showcasing Kota's heritage.
• Ashok Maheshwari, President of the Hotel Federation of Rajasthan, noted the festival's boost to tourism and hospitality, with efforts to establish Kota nationally, inspired by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
• The festival provided a platform for local and external artists through singing, dancing, painting, and film screenings, encouraging tourists to experience Kota's heritage and harmonious atmosphere.