20th International Cholistan Desert Rally 2026: Dates Announced
The 20th International Cholistan Desert Rally 2026 takes place from February 4 to 8 near Derawar Fort. Officials finalize safety, track repair, cultural events, and hospitality plans for Pakistan’s biggest desert motorsport festival.
Table of Contents
- Official Planning Meeting Held in Bahawalpur
- More Than Just Racing
- Safety and Hospitality for International Participants
- Why the Cholistan Desert Rally Keeps Growing
The Punjab government has locked in the dates for Pakistan’s most thrilling off-road adventure. The 20th International Cholistan Desert Rally 2026 will take place from February 4 to 8, 2026, in the heart of Cholistan near Derawar Fort.
Official Planning Meeting Held in Bahawalpur
Commissioner of Bahawalpur Division, Musarrat Jabeen, led a detailed preparatory meeting this week. Representatives from TDCP, the district administration, Punjab Police, and the 4×4 Club met to ensure everything runs smoothly.
The focus? Safety for international drivers, proper track conditions, and a warm welcome for visitors heading to the Cholistan Desert Rally.
More Than Just Racing
This isn’t only about 4×4 vehicles and motorcycles tearing across massive sand dunes. The Cholistan Desert Jeep Rally has become the biggest platform to showcase South Punjab’s heritage to the world.
Commissioner Jabeen directed teams to:
- Repair the full Cholistan Rally track and access roads well before February
- Organize cultural festivals and traditional sports in Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, and Rahim Yar Khan
- Arrange folk music nights, local food stalls, and desert camping experiences
These events let tourists explore Cholistan’s history, from the ancient Derawar Fort to nomadic life in the desert.
Safety and Hospitality for International Participants
With teams expected from across the globe, security remains the top priority. Police and Rescue services will be on full alert throughout the five-day International Cholistan Desert Rally 2026.
Organizers are also upgrading hospitality, better camping areas, medical facilities, and media centers, so every participant and spectator enjoys the true spirit of Pakistani hospitality.
Why the Cholistan Desert Rally Keeps Growing
For two decades, the roar of engines against golden dunes has pulled adventure lovers to Bahawalpur every February. Spectators camp under star-filled skies, taste local barbecue, and watch daring drivers battle the unforgiving Cholistan sand.
If you love off-road racing, desert adventures, or simply want to experience South Punjab culture, put February 4 8, 2026, on your calendar.
The 20th Cholistan Desert Rally is ready to make history again. For more updates, visit DrivePK.com
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