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Himachal Pradesh Launches Regulated Border Tourism in Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti

It aims to boost local livelihoods through sustainable tourism under eased security regulations.

Lahaul-Spiti, Chitkul, Shipki La Now Open to Indian Tourists Under New Himachal Policy

Overview

  • Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu will inaugurate the two-day initiative at Shipki-La on June 10, marking the launch of regulated border tourism in Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti districts.
  • Valid identity documents now suffice for visitors to key border sites including Lepcha-La, Shipki-La, Gue Monastery, Khana, Dumti, Sangla’s Rani area and Chitkul.
  • Revised protocols remove the need for special ITBP and Indian Army permissions while both forces continue to facilitate secure movement.
  • State officials say the scheme received Union government approval to align national security priorities with regional development goals.
  • The programme is expected to strengthen infrastructure, preserve tribal heritage and boost livelihoods in remote communities.