Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Arunachal Pradesh Hosts First Sunrise Festival
Arunachal Pradesh, a beautiful state in the Himalayas, is hosting India's first Sunrise Festival in the village of Dong, where the country's first sunrise is seen.
The festival runs from December 29, 2025, to January 2, 2026, and was started by the state's Chief Minister, Pema Khandu.
It includes traditional ceremonies, cultural performances, nature walks, and other activities.
The goal is to encourage sustainable tourism, showcase the region's culture and nature, and help local businesses.
The festival aims to create opportunities for local entrepreneurs and promote environmental awareness.
Arunachal Pradesh hosts India's first Sunrise Festival in Dong, the easternmost village where the country's first sunrise is witnessed.
The five-day festival runs from December 29, 2025, to January 2, 2026, and was inaugurated by Chief Minister Pema Khandu.
The festival includes traditional sunrise ceremonies, cultural performances, nature walks, eco-camping, photography expeditions, workshops, and local food showcases.
The goal is to promote sustainable tourism, cultural significance, and livelihood generation for local communities.
The festival aims to create awareness about the environmental and cultural significance of the region and foster sustainable tourism in Arunachal Pradesh.
- Who
- Arunachal Pradesh government and local communities
- What
- First Sunrise Festival
- When
- December 29, 2025 - January 2, 2026
- Where
- Dong, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Why
- To promote sustainable tourism, cultural significance, and livelihood generation for local communities
- Location
- Dong, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Festival Duration
- December 29, 2025 - January 2, 2026
- Inaugurated By
- Chief Minister Pema Khandu
- Key Activities
- Sunrise ceremonies, cultural performances, nature walks, eco-camping, photography expeditions, workshops, and local food showcases
- Festival Goal
- Promote sustainable tourism, cultural significance, and livelihood generation for local communities
- Unique Feature
- First sunrise in India