Himachal Pradesh opened the Shipki La pass, a motorable mountain pass at an altitude of 3,930 metres in the tribal Kinnaur district, to domestic tourists, a significant step towards revitalising border tourism and reviving hopes of resuming India-China trade through the route stalled since 2020.
The strategic pass near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) may also work as a new route for the sacred Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. The tourism initiative, launched by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, also aims to bolster the local economy and foster cultural exchange in the remote border region.
Jun 14, 2025
TAAI Launches 'Rally for Valley' Campaign in Jammu and Kashmir
The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) launched a powerful initiative titled 'Rally for Valley.' This campaign aims to combat fear, counter negative perceptions, and revive tourist footfall in Jammu and Kashmir, reaffirming the region's identity as a safe and welcoming destination.
The campaign is also being spearheaded by Sameer Bakhtoo, Chairman of TAAI's J&K Chapter, and Sriram Patel, Honorary Secretary General from Gujarat.
Jun 02, 2025
PM Participates in International Air Transport Association's 81st Annual General Meeting
In line with his commitment to developing world-class air infrastructure and enhancing connectivity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM), at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. He also addressed the gathering on the occasion.
It brought together more than 1,600 participants including top global aviation industry leaders, government officials and international media representatives.
The World Air Transport Summit focused on key issues facing the aviation industry including Economics of the Airline industry, Air Connectivity, Energy Security, Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production, Financing Decarbonisation, Innovations among others.