Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu Promotes Religious Tourism at Hatu Mata Temple
HP CM Sukhu visits Hatu Mata Temple, vows to boost religious tourism

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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu visited Hatu Mata Temple, emphasizing the state's commitment to enhancing religious tourism. He announced infrastructure upgrades, including the Dhali-Narkanda-Rampur road and the Hatu Mata Ropeway project, to improve access for devotees.
- 01Chief Minister Sukhu visited Hatu Mata Temple in Shimla district, praying for the state's prosperity.
- 02The government is upgrading the Dhali-Narkanda-Rampur road to a four-lane highway to enhance tourism connectivity.
- 03A proposed Hatu Mata Ropeway project aims to facilitate access to the temple, with funding from NABARD.
- 04Sukhu announced ₹50 lakh for the Narkanda Nagar Panchayat, which was elected unopposed.
- 05The Chief Minister planted a sapling in Narkanda during his visit, highlighting environmental awareness.
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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu visited the Hatu Mata Temple in Shimla district, where he prayed for the prosperity of the state's residents. He highlighted the importance of promoting religious tourism, given Himachal Pradesh's rich 'Dev Culture' and the faith of its people in their deities. To enhance connectivity for tourists, the government is upgrading the Dhali-Narkanda-Rampur road into a four-lane highway, with a focus on constructing tunnels to prevent landslide damage. Additionally, the Chief Minister announced the development of the Hatu Mata Ropeway, a project proposed to the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), which is expected to take three to four years to complete. Funds have also been allocated to improve the Hatu Mata road without harming local trees. Furthermore, Sukhu announced a financial allocation of ₹50 lakh for the Narkanda Nagar Panchayat, which was elected unopposed, and he participated in a tree-planting initiative during his visit.
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The infrastructure upgrades and religious tourism initiatives are expected to boost local economy and accessibility for devotees.
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