Question- Sailani Islands (New Water Tourism Site) is located in which of the following districts of Madhya Pradesh?
(a) Ratlam
(b) Khandwa
(c) Jabalpur
(d) Indore
Ans: (b)
Related facts:-
- On May 24, 2017, Sailani Island, developed by Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation, was opened for public.
- This island has been developed in Khandwa district at the cost of more than Rs. 15 crore.
- It is located near the Omkareshwar Dam project built on the river Narmada.
- Surrounded by water throughout the year, this island of about three acres has built restaurants, boat clubs, conference halls, bird watching centers, watch towers etc.
- It is noteworthy that this island is the second water tourism center to be started after Hanuwantia Island in Khandwa district.
- The distance between the two Islands located on the river Narmada is about 60 km.
Related Links:-
http://www.samacharjagat.com/news/travel/water-travel-site-will-be-ready-in-the-form-of-sailani-islands-open-today-for-tourists-143933
http://navbharattimes.indiatimes.com/india/new-water-travel-site-will-be-ready-in-the-form-of-sailani-islands-open-tomorrow-for-tourists/articleshow/58804451.cms