Something extraordinary is happening across Rajasthan. From the desert winds of Jodhpur to the shimmering lakes of Udaipur, from Jaipur’s palaces to the vibrant lanes of Bikaner, an ancient rhythm is pulling thousands into its joyful whirl. The beloved Ghoomar—Rajasthan’s signature folk dance, long cherished as the pulse of its cultural soul—is no longer just a dance. This year, it has transformed into a movement.
For the first time ever, at the initiative of Deputy Chief Minister Ms. Diya Kumari, the state will celebrate Ghoomar Festival 2025 simultaneously in all seven divisional headquarters—Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, Bikaner, and Bharatpur—on November 19. And Rajasthan has responded with overwhelming enthusiasm.
The Tourism Department’s records tell the story: 5,769 individual registrations, the highest ever for any folk dance–based event in the state’s history.
Jodhpur and Jaipur are leading the wave, with 1,946 and 1,579 participants respectively, followed by Bikaner (819), Ajmer (669), Bharatpur (356), Kota (231), and Udaipur (169). The numbers prove what every Rajasthani heart already knows—Ghoomar belongs to everyone.
A Festival of Generations
One of the most heartwarming aspects of this cultural surge is the participation across age groups. Youngsters between 18–25 are stepping in with 575 registrations, while the 26–35 age group leads with 769 dancers. But the splash of colour comes from the 50+ participants, adding grace, tradition, and decades of memory to the swirling circle.
Schools, Colleges, and Communities Lead the Charge
Educational institutions have emerged as the strongest pillars of the festival, sending 1,993 group registrations, while NGOs, clubs, volunteer groups, and cultural organisations are joining in to make Ghoomar a shared identity—an emotion binding Rajasthan together.
The Surge Drives Bigger Rewards
With soaring participation, especially in Jodhpur and Jaipur, the government has introduced a two-tier prize system.
For divisions with 1,500+ registrations, prizes reach up to ₹1,45,000 for the winners, including awards for Best Group Dance, Costume, Jewellery, Synchronization, and Choreography. Other divisions will award winners up to ₹65,000.
In 2025, Ghoomar is no longer just a performance—it’s Rajasthan dancing as one.