About Mehta Point
Mehta Point is a popular hill viewpoint located in Mainpat, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, often called the Shimla of Chhattisgarh. Situated on the Mainpat plateau at about 1,100 metres elevation, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding valleys, forested hills and plains below. Known for its sunset and sunrise vistas, the point is a key attraction in Mainpat's tourism circuit alongside other natural sites and Tibetan settlements.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open cliff-top viewpoint on the Mainpat plateau with wide panoramic views of valleys, forests and plains below. The site has a paved viewing area with railings where visitors can stand to view sunrise and sunset, take photographs and enjoy the cool hill climate. The surroundings are forested and windy, with no major structures except viewing platforms and seating. Access is via a short approach road from Mainpat town.
Key highlights
- 01
Panoramic valley views from the Mainpat plateau at around 1,100 metres elevation
- 02
Popular sunrise and sunset viewing point
- 03
Part of Mainpat hill station tourism circuit known as Shimla of Chhattisgarh
- 04
Photography spot overlooking forested hills and plains of Surguja
- 05
Cool climate and open cliff-top setting
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur, about 360 km away. Ambikapur Darima Airport has limited connectivity and is about 50 km away. |
|---|---|
| By train | Nearest major railway station is Ambikapur Railway Station, about 55-60 km away. From there take taxi or bus to Mainpat. |
| By road |