Himachal Tourism
Bahra University Solan Celebrates Tourism Week 2026 with Adventure and AI
Bahra University’s School of Hospitality and Tourism in Solan celebrated Tourism Week 2026 to mark World Tourism Day. The event featured trekking, sustainable travel initiatives, culinary achievements, creative contests, and AI-driven technology projects.
Royal Bengal Tiger Pair Arrives at Shri Renukaji Mini Zoo After 12-Year Wait
Ending a 12-year wait, a pair of Royal Bengal Tigers from Gorewada, Nagpur, arrived safely at Shri Renukaji Mini Zoo in Himachal Pradesh after a 41-hour road journey. The zoo has built an ultra-modern enclosure costing Rs 1.68 crore for them.
Flight Services from Kullu to Jammu to Begin, Air Connectivity Boost Set to Spur Tourism
A new air route connecting Bhuntar Airport in Kullu to Jammu via Hisar is currently in the works. Operated by Alliance Air using a 48-seater aircraft, the service aims to boost local tourism and assist Vaishno Devi pilgrims.
Himachal Adventure Sports Resume September 16 After Two-Month Monsoon Gap
Paragliding in Bir Billing and river rafting in Kullu-Manali will resume on September 16 after a two-month monsoon hiatus. Authorities have finalized safety preparations, and local operators expect a surge in tourism, offering relief to thousands dependent on adventure activities.
Manali Prepares for Maiden Paragliding Pre-World Cup in October
International resort town Manali is set to host its first-ever Paragliding Pre-World Cup from October 5 to 8. Over 61 participants, including four female pilots, have registered to fly from Fatru at 10,000 feet. The event aims to position Manali as a global adventure sports hub.
Centre Initiates DPR Process for 4 Major Himachal Ropeway Projects
The Union Government has initiated steps to connect four major spiritual and tourist hubs in Himachal Pradesh via ropeway networks under Parvatmala Pariyojana. Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) are currently being prepared by the NHLM to boost tourism and ease travel.
Himachal Tourism Surges as Uttarakhand Boycott Calls Prompt Tourist Diversion
A massive influx of tourists is being witnessed across major Himachal Pradesh destinations, driven by extreme summer heat in the plains and ongoing controversies surrounding tourism in neighboring Uttarakhand. Hotel bookings are soaring as social media boycott campaigns prompt travelers to shift their preferences.
Himachal to Ladakh: Three New Tunnels Planned on Manali-Leh Highway at Rs 13,000 Crore
The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has announced a Rs 13,000-crore project to construct tunnels at Baralacha La, Lachulung La, and Tanglang La on the Manali-Leh route. The initiative aims to provide all-weather connectivity, boost tourism, and strengthen strategic military logistics in the high-altitude Himalayan region
Shimla Traffic Crisis: Tourist Surge Chokes Key Entry Points as 12 Lakh Vehicles Inundate Town
A massive influx of tourists has brought Shimla to a standstill, with over 12 lakh vehicles entering the hill station over the past one and a half months. The heavy inflow has choked major entry points, prompting police to deploy extra personnel, create five management sectors, and divert traffic.
Shimla Summer Festival 2026 to Feature Helicopter Joy Rides Over Seven Hills
From June 8 to 12, the International Shimla Summer Festival 2026 promises adventure, cultural performances, and exciting competitions, including helicopter joy rides for tourists and locals, as announced by district administration officials.
