Pratapgarh: Tribal Heartland Where Forests Echo Ancient Legends

The sanctuary is known for Flying Squirrel which can be seen gliding from trees around dusk.

- NAVDHA PARDESHI

In the quiet corners of southern Rajasthan, Pratapgarh emerges as a hidden gem, where tribal traditions blend with timeless landscapes, untold stories and ancient hills. Where the Aravalis meet the Vindhyas and the Malwa Plateau, Pratapgarh rises as a living canvas painted with biodiversity, tribal heritage and spiritual echoes of the past. It is also known as Kanthal (Riverside Terrain) because it is located at Kantha of river Mahi.

Just about 106 km from Chittorgarh—well-connected by rail—Pratapgarh can be easily reached by road. The Maharana Pratap Airport in Udaipur about 150 km away and Mandsaur Railway Station in neighboring Madhya Pradesh provide added accessibility, inviting wanderers and seekers alike.

Government Vision and Administrative Drive: Shaping Tribal Tourism in Pratapgarh

Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, a bold step was etched into the 2025-26 state budget—the budget declaration of a Rs 100 crore ‘Tribal Tourist Circuit’ aimed at bringing the hidden potential of districts like Pratapgarh into national light.