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Kota Dussehra Mela 2026: 133rd national fair opens with flag hoisting and fireworks

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Kota Dussehra Mela 2026 formally opened on Sunday as the 133rd National Dussehra Mela began at Shri Ram Rangmanch, DIPR said. Education and Panchayati Raj Minister Madan Dilawar hoisted the fair flag, released balloons and launched the fair with fireworks.

Kota Dussehra Mela 2026: Balloons released at the opening of the 133rd National Dussehra Mela in Kota.
Balloons released at the opening of the 133rd National Dussehra Mela in Kota. Photo: DIPR Rajasthan (official handout).

Kota Dussehra Mela 2026 goes online

The official website kotadussehramela.in was also launched at the ceremony, DIPR said. Event listings report the fair will run from 11 October to 5 November, with Ravan Dahan on 20 October. Hindusthan Samachar also reported the opening.

Key Facts

  • Edition: 133rd National Dussehra Mela
  • Venue: Shri Ram Rangmanch, Kota
  • Runs: 11 Oct – 5 Nov 2026 (event listings)
  • Website launched: kotadussehramela.in

Respect for traders and artists

Dilawar called the fair a symbol of faith and unity. He told officials that traders, local artists, visitors from far away and staff should all be treated with respect and given proper facilities, according to DIPR.

Kota Dussehra Mela 2026: Guests on stage at the Kota Dussehra Mela opening.
Guests on stage at the Kota Dussehra Mela opening. Photo: DIPR Rajasthan (official handout).

Heritage and tourism push

Energy Minister Heeralal Nagar said the aim is to establish Kota as a major tourism city, not only an education hub. Ladpura MLA Kalpana Devi said Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla had inspired a blend of heritage and development. Mayor Anusuiya Goswami called the fair Kota’s proud heritage.

Why It Matters: The month-long fair is one of Rajasthan's biggest festive draws, supporting traders, folk artists and tourism in Kota.

Also on TrendDesh: Shakti Suraksha Abhiyan: Rajasthan Police plan decoy teams at Navratri garba venues · Rajasthan National Lok Adalat settles over 67 lakh cases, awards worth Rs 2,576 crore

Sources: DIPR Rajasthan · Hindusthan Samachar · Rajnews

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