Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today inaugurated the Bir Paragliding Centre-cum-Hotel complex in Kangra district which has been constructed by HP Tourism Development board under Swadesh Darshan Scheme of Tourism Department to promote adventure tourism in the state.
The total cost of construction of the complex is approximately 9 crore. The building is situated in the heart of Bir. The entire building has office room, lecture halls, conference rooms, dormitories, single bed rooms, one dining hall and a modern kit and a modern kitchen the facility which can accommodate many tourist and trainees at the same time. The complex also has lift facility.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that adventure sports and tourism have become increasingly popular, offering a unique blend of excitement, challenge, and cultural immersion. This niche market combines physical activity, exploration, and travel, catering to thrill-seekers and nature enthusiast.
He said that the Bir Paragliding Centre-cum-hotel complex will be jointly run by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation and ABV Institute of Mountaineering & Allied Sports, Manali. Some part of the building will be kept by ABV Institute of Mountaineering & Allied Sports, Manali to run Paragliding Courses and rest of the complex will have hotel facilities for tourist and locals visiting Bir.
The Chief Minister said the complex has vast potentials to earn revenue for the state as its going to be one of its kinds in India, which will not only host tourist visiting Kangra district but will also provide training to individuals opting to learn paragliding and flying.
“As Government is leaving no stone unturned to make District Kangra a tourism capital, now with introduction of this facility at Bir Billing the entire surrounding of Bir will have many benefits like, Economic growth by creation of jobs, Cultural exchange, and Personal growth, stated the Chief Minister.
He said Bir-Billing being popular among youngsters has become fastest growing travel destination, which remains fully occupied by travelers and adventure enthusiasts throughout the year. The complex will offer various courses of Paragliding from Basic, Intermediate to Advance courses, as per International standards.
For optimum utilization of this facility, alongside training activities a full scale hotel will be operationalised by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation. The cost effective accommodation and training to be provided by HPTDC and ABVIMAS will surely bring good revenue to the State.