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New Delhi: Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu called on Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat at New Delhi today.
The Chief Minister urged for support from GoI to develop new and integrated tourist destinations in the state. He also asked the Union Minister to support the State under special central assistance schemes.
He said that the Detailed Project Report (DPRs) will be submitted to the GoI in a couple of weeks. He sought support to construct a wellness centre-cum-health resort at Dehra in Kangra district and an integrated tourism complex at Auhar( Bilaspur).
CM Sukhu said that the State Government was promoting water sports in big way in the state to attract tourists and added that Pong Dam and Bhakra Dam had huge potential in this regard. The Chief Minister added that Himachal Pradesh was committed to sustainable development and promotion of tourism in the state.
The emphasis was being laid on developing infrastructure and improving connectivity to facilitate high-end tourists. He said that the state was developing heliports to connect all district headquarters besides expanding Kangra Airport.
The Union Minister assured to take up the project for constructing iconic tourist centres immediately within one month at appropriate level and provide speedy clearance. He also assured to support the state in its tourism promotion activities besides releasing funds soon.
