Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Himachal to open 77 eco-tourism sites
The government of Himachal Pradesh is planning to open 77 new eco-tourism sites.
These sites are expected to make a lot of money, around Rs 200 crore, over the next five years.
The Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, said that this plan is part of a big change in how tourism is handled in the state.
They are also making Pong Dam Lake, which is a special wetland, into a great place for bird-watching.
The government believes that this will help the environment and the people who live there.
The Chief Minister mentioned that the previous government did not focus on this kind of development.
Himachal Pradesh plans to open 77 new eco-tourism sites.
Expected to generate Rs 200 crore over five years.
Pong Dam Lake, a Ramsar Wetland, is being developed as a major bird-watching destination.
The initiative aims to balance ecology, tourism, and livelihoods.
Chief Minister Sukhu criticizes the previous BJP regime for neglecting this approach.
- Who
- Himachal Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
- What
- Opening 77 new eco-tourism sites and developing Pong Dam Lake
- When
- Over the next five years
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh, India
- Why
- To generate revenue, promote conservation, and support livelihoods
- Number of new eco-tourism sites
- 77
- Expected revenue over 5 years
- Rs 200 crore
- Key location for development
- Pong Dam Lake
- Designated status of Pong Dam Lake
- Ramsar Wetland
- Best time for bird-watching
- November to February