Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition
This Gujarat annual stair-climbing competition on the sacred Mount Girnar promotes physical endurance and sports participation among residents. Male participants must complete 5,500 steps and female participants 2,200 steps; the top 10 finishers share a total prize pool of ₹8,40,000. Apply offline by submitting the prescribed form to the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Gandhinagar.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat annual stair-climbing competition on the sacred Mount Girnar promotes physical endurance and sports participation among residents. Male participants must complete 5,500 steps and female participants 2,200 steps; the top 10 finishers share a total prize pool of ₹8,40,000. Apply offline by submitting the prescribed form to the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Gandhinagar.
Full official description
The scheme “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” by the Department of Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities, Government of Gujarat, aims to encourage physical endurance, sports participation, and cultural spirit among individuals by organizing an annual state-level stair-climbing competition on Mount Girnar. Out of the 9,900 steps of the mountain, the competition mandates male participants to complete 5,500 steps and female participants to complete 2,200 steps. Participants who secure positions among the top 10 are rewarded with substantial cash prizes, thereby motivating individuals of all backgrounds to embrace physical challenges and celebrate Gujarat’s heritage.
Benefits
- Total prize pool of ₹8,40,000 distributed among the top 10 finishers
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a resident of Gujarat
- Must be physically fit
- Must complete the required number of steps: 5,500 for men, 2,200 for women
How to Apply
Step 1: The interested applicant should download the prescribed format of the application form for the "Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts" scheme. Step 2: In the application form, provide all the mandatory details, including career details in the field of art, photographs, or color slides of work (self-attested, if required). Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the supporting documents to the Gujarat State Fine Arts Academy. Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority at the Academy office to whom the application has been submitted. Note: Applications for book publication are invited every year through advertisements in daily newspapers.
Contact Us:
Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department
Block No. 2, 8th Floor, Sardar Bhavan,
(New Secretariat) Sector-10, Gandhinagar - 382 010.
Phone: 079-23251374; 079-23252995
Mail: secsyc[at]gujarat[dot]gov[dot]in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” and what does it aim to achieve?
The “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” is a state-level stair-climbing competition organized annually on Mount Girnar by the Department of Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities, Government of Gujarat, with the objective of promoting physical endurance, sportsmanship, and the celebration of cultural heritage among the citizens of the state.
Who is eligible to participate in the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”?
Any individual residing in Gujarat, irrespective of caste, religion, gender, educational qualification, professional background, or income level, is eligible to participate in the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”, provided the person is physically fit to complete the required stair climb.
Are there different participation requirements for men and women in the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”?
Yes, the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” mandates that male participants must climb 5,500 steps, whereas female participants are required to complete 2,200 steps as part of the competition.
What type of benefit is provided to the winners?
The winners of the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” are awarded a cumulative cash prize of ₹8,40,000/- which is distributed among the top 10 performing participants based on their competition results.
How many winners are selected in the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”?
A total of 10 winners are selected in the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”, and they are ranked based on their stair-climbing performance during the event.
Is there any age restriction to participate in the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”?
The official scheme guidelines for the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” do not specify any age restriction; however, it is expected that the participant should be physically capable of climbing the steps of Mount Girnar as per the competition requirements.
Is there any fee to apply for the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”?
There is no application fee for participation in the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” as the application form is available free of cost in both Gujarati and English formats.
Where can the application form for the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” be obtained?
The application form for the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” can be downloaded free of charge from the official website of the Department of Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities, Government of Gujarat.
Which department is responsible for implementing the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”?
The “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” is implemented and managed by the Department of Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities, Government of Gujarat.
Is there any reservation or special quota for any group in the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition”?
The scheme guidelines for the “Girnar Arohan-Avrohan Competition” do not mention any reservation, quota, or special preference for any particular group; participation is open to all eligible individuals.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- Any other documents as required.