Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Arunachal to Host Sun Rise Festival: Boosting Tourism
Arunachal Pradesh is starting a Sun Rise Festival in Dong, a village known for seeing India's first sunrise.
The festival, happening from December 29 to January 2, aims to bring in tourists.
It will showcase local culture and offer adventure activities.
The goal is to make the remote area more accessible and attract people to experience the first sunrise of the New Year.
Visitors can expect cultural events and outdoor adventures, promoting the region's unique beauty and traditions.
Arunachal Pradesh will host a Sun Rise Festival in Dong.
The festival is scheduled from December 29 to January 2.
The event aims to boost tourism and adventure.
It will feature cultural showcases and adventure activities.
Dong is India’s easternmost village, known for its sunrise.
- Who
- Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and the state Tourism Department
- What
- Launching the Sun Rise Festival
- When
- December 29 to January 2
- Where
- Dong village in Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Why
- To boost tourism and create opportunities for adventurers and nature lovers
- Event Name
- Sun Rise Festival
- Location
- Dong, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Dates
- December 29 - January 2
- Organizer
- Arunachal Pradesh Government
- Activities
- Cultural showcases, eco-tourism, adventure sports
- Purpose
- Boost tourism and adventure
