5th Rüsoma Orange Festival 2026 on Jan 30 & 31

Key facts

• The 5th edition of the Rüsoma Orange Festival 2026 will be held on January 30 and 31 at Rüsoma Local Ground.
• The festival is organised under the aegis of the Rüsoma Village Council in partnership with the Agriculture Department, Horticulture Department, and Rural Development Department.
• The theme for 2026 is 'Abundance of Rüsoma', celebrating Rüsoma oranges, organic produce, and local handicrafts.
• The first orange tree in Rüsoma is believed to have been planted during 1941–1942.
• Rüsoma was adopted and declared a Gardening Village in 1986.
• The first edition of the Rüsoma Orange Festival was launched in 2020.
• The inaugural function on January 30 at 10 am will be graced by MLA and Advisor, Department of Tribal Affairs & Election, H Tovihoto Ayemi, as the special guest.
• During the festival, the price of oranges will be capped at Rs 140 per kg based on quality.