Archive · 6 Sep 2026
Arunachal Food Carnival 2026 Begins in Itanagar With Tourism Minister
A food festival has started in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh.
It is called the Arunachal Food and Beverage Carnival 2026.
The festival lasts for three days, from September 5 to September 7.
Tourism Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona attended its opening.
People can learn about foods and cooking traditions from different communities.
The event also highlights local ingredients, chefs and food businesses.
Organizers hope it will support tourism and create opportunities for young people and entrepreneurs.
It gives visitors a chance to discover Arunachal Pradesh through its food.
The Arunachal Food and Beverage Carnival 2026 began on September 5 at the State Banquet Hall in Itanagar.
The three-day event runs from September 5 to September 7.
Tourism Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona attended the opening ceremony and shared photographs on X.
The carnival brings together local food entrepreneurs, chefs, hospitality professionals and tourism-sector stakeholders.
The event showcases Arunachal Pradesh’s culinary traditions, local ingredients and indigenous dishes while promoting tourism and hospitality opportunities.
- Who
- Local food entrepreneurs, chefs, hospitality professionals, tourism stakeholders, residents, visitors and Tourism Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona.
- What
- The Arunachal Food and Beverage Carnival 2026, a three-day showcase of local food, beverages and culinary traditions.
- When
- September 5–7, 2026; the opening took place on Saturday, September 5.
- Where
- The State Banquet Hall in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh.
- Why
- To showcase local cuisine and ingredients, promote food and tourism businesses, and strengthen the hospitality sector.
- Event
- Arunachal Food and Beverage Carnival 2026
- Dates
- September 5–7, 2026
- Opening venue
- State Banquet Hall, Itanagar
- Opening guest
- Tourism Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona
- Focus
- Local food, beverages, culinary heritage and hospitality
- Participants
- Food entrepreneurs, chefs, hospitality professionals and tourism stakeholders
- Stated goals
- Promoting local produce and enterprise, supporting tourism, and creating opportunities for youths and entrepreneurs