In a first for Indian agriculture, Sawai Madhopur is rolling out the red carpet for the Guava Mahotsav – the nation’s premier guava extravaganza. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s inauguration will spotlight this district’s rise as a guava powerhouse.
Spanning lush farmlands, the festival transforms orchards into a bustling marketplace. Over 50 stalls offer everything from raw fruits to guava wines and leather substitutes made from leaves. Farmers share success stories of high-density planting yielding bumper crops.
Key highlights include variety contests judging sweetness, size, and shelf life. International buyers scout for bulk deals, eyeing Rajasthan’s guavas for Middle East and European markets.
Birla, addressing gatherings, praised the initiative’s role in farmer welfare. Government schemes for organic certification and GI tagging are in the pipeline, he revealed. Nutrition experts will discuss guava’s edge over apples – more vitamin C per bite.
The event weaves in Rajasthan’s heritage with Kalbelia dances and guava-themed art. Seminars tackle climate challenges, advocating resilient varieties.
As Ranthambore’s tigers roar in the backdrop, this mahotsav signals a fruitful future. Sawai Madhopur isn’t just growing guavas; it’s cultivating prosperity for generations.