For nature enthusiasts, Khumtai has a diverse flora and fauna. The intriguing thing today is how rural tourism projects, together with improved road connections and infrastructure, have transformed the area into a one-stop top destination for nature enthusiasts.

If you've ever wanted to visit a region where you can appreciate raw nature while also having decent connectivity and roads that take you to uncharted territory, Khumtai is the place to go. Khumtai, in Assam's Golaghat district, has been making headlines for all the right reasons. It is a six-hour trip from Guwahati, and the nearest airport is an hour and a half away at Jorhat.

Jugibari Park, which is close to the Jugibari Beel, is one of the area's most recognisable parks. The park is part of the Jugibari Rural Tourism Project, which was built and developed using funds from the MLA AD Fund Scheme totaling Rs 10,00,000. Mrinal Saikia, MLA for Khumtai, has led the fight for rural tourism and infrastructural development.
The park's hallmark is that, in addition to promoting tourism, it has provided work possibilities for women. The park has hired almost 20 women to oversee everything from administration to maintenance.
Solar panels were also employed, as sponsored by the MNRE/GOI and the Assam energy development agency.
Visitors from all around Assam and Northeast India come here to admire the scenery. "The nicest part about the park for me is the sunset and the peacefulness," said Parandeep Goswami, a bank worker from Barpeta.
Melamora Park and Khumtai Park are two additional renowned parks. Melamora Park features bright decorating and floral arrangements that are one-of-a-kind. The seating arrangement done inside the water body is one of the nicest parts of the park.
The existence of a gigantic sculpture of Sukaphaa, also known as Siu-Ka-Pha, the first Ahom monarch in mediaeval Assam, was the founder of the Ahom kingdom and the builder of Assam.
The Tree Tourism Park, which is close to Abhaypuri Pukhuri, is the most distinctive park that is currently being created (Pond). Dhod (the lazyest of the lazy people in Assam) is reported to have excavated the pond with knives. This historical feature makes the park noteworthy for history buffs.
The primary route connecting Khumtai is Dhodor Ali road, and after reaching Hawtholi and turning left from that road, you will come to a little village named Melamora.
Meluha, a resort cum a private place built for the public, is located inside Melamor
Meluha is a resort that has artefacts from many locations. Flags from several nations, unusual wooden masks, impressive wooden buildings, and a coin collection are among the artefacts displayed in a lovely presentation.
Khumtai prepares for the Khumtai Flower Carnival, which takes place from December 31st to January 1st. MLA Mrinal Saikia organised this carnival as part of the Jugibari Rural Tourism Project for the exhibition, sale, and competition of flowers. Such efforts will increase Khumtai's tourism potential.
Furthermore, various afforestation initiatives being carried out by local MLA Mrinal Saikia will help to protect the area's environment. These aforestation operations were visible on the route to Bosagaon, where some trees had already been planted on the side of the road.
As per sources, there are indications for the Sainik School to be set up in Khumtai, however, nothing has been confirmed yet. Such endeavours will be beneficial for the whole of Assam.
Khumtai is a place that is on the transition from producing sugarcane to now tea garden business. The current shift is the rural tourism projects led by the locals with MLA Mrinal Saikia. If properly implemented, Khumtai can become one of the biggest entrepreneurial success stories of Northeast India.