Atal tunnel opened new vistas for development in HP: CM

Himachal Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Tuesday said that the Atal Tunnel has opened new vistas of development in the state as it has ensured round the year connectivity.

“Atal Tunnel and tourism are gradually becoming synonymous as over 5000 tourist vehicles are daily crossing this tunnel towards Lahaul valley. Steps need to be taken to provide best infrastructure to the tourists so that they could stay in the valley comfortably,” the Chief Minister said while virtually addressing the concluding function of Snow Festival of Lahaul-Spiti district from Shimla.

He said that this 75-day long festival would go a long way in promoting the rich diverse culture and traditions of this tribal district of the state and also act as a catalyst for promoting tourism activities in the district.