18th National Jamboree Concludes

• 11 Jan 2023

Why In News?

• The 18^th National Scouts and Guides Jamboree concluded at Nimbli (Rohat) in Pali district on January 10, 2023. Rajasthan won the best state title at the closing ceremony. Rajasthan stood first among the states participating in the event.

Key Points

• It may be mentioned here that the state-level development exhibition was organized by the state government on January 4 at 18^th National Scouts and Guides Jamburi at Rohat in Pali district which was inaugurated by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot.
• Among the states participating in the National Jamboree, Rajasthan received the best state award for its best performance in all fields. Rajasthan also won awards in both the categories of National Commissioner Shield for Scouting and National Commissioner Shield for Guide for Best Guide.
• It is worth mentioning that during this entire event, Rajasthan has made many records, including the largest temporary stadium in the India Book of Records, the oath taken by the highest number of students in uniform on environmental pollution, etc.
• It is noteworthy that Niranjan Arya, chief commissioner of Jamburi of the state, gave the National Commissioner Shield for Scouting and National Commissioner Shield for Guide to Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, keeping the tradition of Rajasthan's guest Devo Bhava meaningful.
• More than 37,000 scouts and guides from different parts of India participated in this national event along with more than 400 delegates from different countries.