Gujarat will present a tableau at the Republic Day parade on January 26 that highlights the state's international character in border tourism. An overview of the rich cultural legacy of the state will be provided by the tableau, which is centered on the topic 'Dhordo: Global Identity of Gujarat's Border Tourism,' the ministry said in a statement. With its recent designation as one of the Beest Tourism Villages by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Dhordo is a prime example of the distinctive fusion of customs, travel, and technology that characterizes a "Developed India."
The unique "Bhunga" houses of Dhordo, recognized by the UNWTO, will be included in the Gujarat government tableau along with regional handicrafts, Rogan art, the colorful "Ran Utsav," Tent City, and the phenomenon of Garba, which UNESCO has designated as Gujarat's "Intangible Cultural Heritage." At the Republic Day parade, a total of twenty-five tableaux will be on exhibit, comprising nine from central government ministries and sixteen from various states and union territories. The event's main guest is expected to be French President Emmanuel Macron.
The tableau captures the essence of Gujarat's border tourism with Dhordo, a prominent tourist attraction despite overcoming adversity. Dhordo is located in the Kutch desert. Gujarat's geographical position will be shown on a revolving globe at the front of the tableau. With its display of regional handicrafts, lacquer artwork, traditional Kutchi music, and the recognizable "Bhunga" dwellings, the tableau captures the spirit of tradition blended with technological advancement.
The display draws attention to Dhordo's ranking as one of the UNWTO's Best Tourism Villages, highlighting the way in which tradition, tourism, and technology are all seamlessly integrated to realize the goal of a "Developed India." The government statement went on to say that it also features the Ranotsav celebrations, adventures in Tent City, and other Kutch weavings. The images of women dancing the Garba in traditional clothes are shown to illustrate Gujarati culture historically. For every Gujarati and Indian, the new UNESCO designation of Gujarat's Garba as "Intangible Cultural Heritage" is cause for additional pride.
