Shimla
Traditionally, International Lavi Fair at Rampur Bushahr, District Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, is being organized every year since the 17th century after a trade treaty between the then Bushahr King and Tibet Rulers.
This fair witnessed not only exchange of goods but trading livestock also. The Lavi term originated from ‘LOWI’, which means to cut the wool. Trade of wool and woolen apparels were integral part of this fair.
The Chamurthi breed of Horses, which have its origin in the Tibetan plateau, are called ‘The Ship of Cold Desert’. It is mainly due to its sure footedness, ability to walk easily at high altitude in thin air, and resilience to extreme cold conditions. Its main breeding tracts are Pin Valley in Lahaul Spiti, and Bhaba Valley in Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh. Every year before Lavi Fair, Department of Animal Husbandry Himachal Pradesh along with District Administration Shimla organize Horse Mandi/Horse Show at Rampur Bushahr to facilitate and promote the trade of these horses. Buyers are mainly from Uttarkashi District of Uttarakhand along with locals.
This year Horse Mandi/Horse Show is being organized from November 1st to 3rd, 2025 at Rampur Bushahr. Registration of Horses will be done on 01 November and an Awareness camp, Kisan Goshthi will be organised for horse rearers on 02nd November 2025. Besides, Horse Race, balloon burst competition will be held on concluding day on 03rd November 2025. Best Horses will be selected and awarded by the Chief guest on the same day.
The horse show plays a crucial role in the local economy by promoting the conservation and trade of these valuable horse breeds, drawing buyers from Himachal Pradesh and nearby states like Uttarakhand.
