For more jobs, Himachal govt to invest in water sports, adventure tourism.

February 21, 2023

The state government is planning to generate employment opportunities and boost the economy by strengthening the tourism sector in the state.
The proposed ‘tent city’ at the Dhauladhars would have around 200 camps, which would be equipped with luxury and comfort elements.
The government will also enhance the water sports facilities at the reservoirs of dams such as Chamera Dam in Chamba and Bhakra Dam in Bilaspur.
The government will also promote mountain biking, golf, hot-air ballooning, heli-skiing, winter games such as snow marathon and ice hockey. It will also ensure basic amenities at the Bir-Billing paragliding site.
The government will also develop 25 sites as tourist attraction places under the Vibrant Village Programme.