The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has agreed in principle to provide Rs 1,311.20 crore under phase one of the proposed infrastructure development investment programme, according to Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
The State Government has placed a special emphasis on making Himachal the top tourist destination in India by gradually developing untapped tourism areas. According to the Chief Minister, this will benefit the long-term development of the tourism industry.
The first phase will include the beautification of Palampur, a convention centre in Dharamshala, a thematic green park in Pragpur, a wellness centre in Dharamshala, Shimla, Nadaun, and Kullu-Manali, and a high-end fountain tourist facility in Dharamshala.
Aside from that, wayside facilities such as rafting cum water park complex at Nadaun, water sports equipment such as shikaras, house boats, jetties, and water riding at Pong Dam, Tattapani, Nadaun, and Bangana would be constructed. The wayside amenities and facilities would be provided at Baba Balak Nath, as well as the expansion and beautification of Shiv Dham in Mandi.
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