Himachal CM Sukhu meets Tourism Minister Shekhawat, Transport Minister Gadkari; seeks help to develop tourist destinations
The Hindu
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister seeks support for tourism development projects from Union Tourism Minister in Delhi meeting.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday ( October 24, 2024) sought support from Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat to develop new and integrated tourist destinations in the State.
Mr. Sukhu, who on Thursday (October 24, 2024) met Mr. Shekhawat in Delhi, also urged the Minister to support the State under special central assistance schemes, according to a statement.
He sought the Centre's help in constructing a wellness centre-cum-health resort in Kangra district's Dehra and an integrated tourism complex in Bilaspur's Auhar.
Detailed project reports will be submitted to the Centre in a couple of weeks, Mr. Sukhu said.
The Chief Minister said the state government was promoting water sports to attract tourists and added that the Pong and Bhakra dams had huge potential in this connection, reiterating his government's commitment to sustainable development and tourism promotion.
Emphasis is being laid on developing infrastructure and improving connectivity to facilitate high-end tourists. Heliports to connect all district headquarters are being developed, besides expanding Kangra airport, he added.
Himachal Pradesh envisages developing new tourist destinations, Mr. Sukhu said and urged Mr. Shekhawat to support the state for constructing golf courses.
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