As the Unlock period grapples India, several states are trying their best to revive their failing economy. And it’s a known fact that the tourism industry suffered the most. As people are cooped inside, it has also allowed us to introspect our damage on nature. So we witness more conscious efforts by people to save the environment and have a more positive impact. In our India, different states are using different arsenals to attract tourists into their state. This also means that the employment famine that has gripped many, would soon be over. So what is the solution according to the Uttarakhand government? Something white and feline. Uttarakhand now builds a snow leopard park to boost tourism in the state. The state opened its borders to tourists where they don’t need to get COVID negative certificates. Read on to know more.
Let It Snow: Uttarakhand Builds Snow Leopard Park
To revive the tourism industry in Uttarakhand, they are building a snow leopard park in Uttarkashi district. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat, on the eve of World Tourism Day, issued a press release which said, “Tourism in the state has increased rapidly. Religious and other tourism activities are also being promoted.”
Also Read: Uttarakhand To Now Offer Free Of Cost Adventure Sports Training At Tehri Lake
The tourism activities have definitely reduced due to COVID-19, but it will definitely improve when the situation gets better.” He added, “Uttarakhand is a state with varied biodiversity, snow-clad mountain ranges, variety of fauna and excellent human resource which attract the attention of tourists towards the state. We are also building a snow leopard park in Uttarkashi district.”
Also Read: The Legacy Behind India’s First Natural Sanctuary In Uttarakhand, Jim Corbett
Uttarakhand Government Promotes Homestays & Adventure Activities
He also added that Uttarakhand has a favourable environment for activities like kayaking, rafting, and paragliding. Also, every effort is being made to promote tourism in the border areas. The government is also promoting homestays and while several of them have been built in Almora, Pithoragarh, Pauri this not only promotes tourism but also increases employment opportunities. Meanwhile on your next trip to Uttarakhand do visit the world’s biggest tulip garden here.