The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation has announced plans to develop a major hotel project worth Rs 180 crore in the Kangra district under an Asian Development Bank-backed initiative, signalling a strong push to boost tourism infrastructure in the region.
Sharing details at a press conference, R S Bali confirmed that the board of directors approved the decision during a recent meeting.
He said, “This hotel will feature the state’s first musical fountain and will be constructed as a five-star property at the foothills of the scenic Dhauladhar range. The tender for this project, which is the largest in the state, will be finalised on April 6.”
Moreover, the corporation is also investing significantly in upgrading existing hospitality assets. In Shimla, it will spend Rs 45 crore on renovating the Hotel Holiday Home, for which it has already received approval from the central government.
In addition, renovation work is currently underway for three hotels in Manali. Furthermore, the corporation has allocated around Rs 20 crore for Hotel Hamir and Rs 35 crore for Jwalaji in Jwalamukhi, thereby strengthening its overall hospitality portfolio across key tourist destinations.
Alongside infrastructure upgrades, the corporation has also approved the establishment of a 24×7 call centre to enhance customer service and improve tourist engagement.
These developments reflect a comprehensive strategy by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation to modernise infrastructure, elevate visitor experiences, and position the state as a premier tourism destination in India.
