The Big Lift: Himachal Boosts Tourism, Health, and Connectivity

The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, took several important decisions at its recent meeting.

The Cabinet approved the establishment of a cancer care centre in Hamirpur to strengthen healthcare services in the region. It also cleared the construction of a 4.3 km zipline project near Dharamsala, which is expected to be the longest in Asia. The ₹7.41 crore project is anticipated to emerge as a major tourist attraction. In addition, the Cabinet approved the allotment of four hydroelectric projects to successful bidders—namely the 6 MW Khauli-II, 24 MW Malana-III, 21.9 MW Manalsu, and 18 MW Dhancho projects.

Further decisions included approval for the construction of a new ice skating rink in Shimla to promote tourism and recreational activities. The Cabinet also authorised Alliance Air Aviation to operate a daily 46-seater aircraft on the Delhi–Shimla–Delhi and Shimla–Dharamshala–Shimla routes, improving air connectivity within the state.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.