PM Modi Boosts Uttarakhand Tourism with Winter Char Dham Yatra
The Winter Char Dham Yatra initiative aims to promote tourism in the region during the winter months, with a focus on developing tourism infrastructure in border villages. The state government's Winter Tourism programme is expected to boost the local economy and promote religious tourism, driven by the Prime Minister's vision for Uttarakhand's development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Uttarakhand to promote the Winter Char Dham Yatra, aiming to boost local tourism and enhance the state's tourism infrastructure, particularly in border villages. During his visit, he emphasized the growth of tourism infrastructure and inaugurated the winter yatra initiative, which promotes tourism in the region during the winter months.
Modi performed Maa Ganga worship and was welcomed with a traditional dance, highlighting the cultural significance of the region. In his speech, he outlined key development plans and tourism growth in the state, emphasizing the need to make no season off-season and promoting the Winter Tourism Programme to make Uttarakhand a "Barahmasi" (12-month feature). He also reaffirmed his belief that the next decade will be Uttarakhand's, driven by the blessings of Kedarnath.
The Prime Minister visited an 'Uttarakhand Tourist Winter Tourism' exhibition in Harsil, exploring the state's breathtaking destinations and cultural heritage. He was briefed about the significance and unique aspects of various locations, including Mahasu Devta, Timmarsain Mahadev Cave, and Tehri's paragliding hotspot. Modi also visited an exhibition under the 'One District, One Product' initiative, showcasing local products like traditional attire, Baal Mithai, and handcrafted shawls.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Modi, approved two significant ropeway projects in Uttarakhand, enhancing last-mile connectivity for pilgrims and generating employment. The projects are expected to drive socio-economic growth, benefiting industries like hospitality, travel, and tourism. Modi also expressed condolences for the victims of the avalanche in Chamoli district and praised the unity and strength shown by the country during the difficult situation.
The visit is expected to enhance local tourism and promote religious tourism in the region, aligning with the state government's Winter Tourism programme. Modi's efforts to boost tourism in Uttarakhand are likely to have a positive impact on the local economy and showcase the state's rich cultural heritage to a wider audience.
