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Uttarakhand opens white water rafting on Bhagirathi River in Harsil Valley

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Thursday, 25 May 2023, 5:00 PM 1034

The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) has opened white water rafting on the Bhagirathi River in Harsil Valley, near Uttarkashi. Located on the banks of Bhagirathi, Harshil Valley till now was renowned for its significance in the Char Dham Yatra pilgrimage as well as for its scenic trekking routes. As part of the Vibrant Village […]Continue Reading

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Goa and Uttarakhand sign MoU to boost tourism

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Thursday, 25 May 2023, 2:00 PM 661

To collaborate towards enhancing the tourism landscape of Goa and Uttarakhand, an MoU was signed by the two states. It is aimed at promoting bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector. Under the MoU, both states will benefit from the direct flight connectivity between Uttarakhand and Goa. The tourism departments of both states will also work […]Continue Reading

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Uttarakhand shines in the Indian Responsible Tourism Award 2023

By TBM Staff - Hyderabad Monday, 20 March 2023, 2:00 PM 420

Uttarakhand’s tourism had a significant impact on the recent Indian Responsible Tourism Award 2023, which was held in Ooty on March 17th . During the occasion, various state-run hotels, guesthouses, and homestays received honours in several responsible tourism categories. The honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Shri MK Stalin, presented the awards. At the awards Continue Reading

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Uttarakhand govt signs contract for a ropeway project between Janki Chatti to Yamunotri Dham

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Friday, 24 February 2023, 2:00 PM 283

Once complete will provide much needed relief to devotees and tourist to reach ‘Yamunottri Dham’ at ease Uttarakhand state government signs a contract for a ropeway project to be built from ‘Janki Chatti’ (Kharsali) to ‘Yamunotri Dham’. The aim of the project is to provide much needed relief to devotees and tourist to reach ‘Yamunottri […]Continue Reading

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Uttarakhand to promote tourism in its forest areas

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Monday, 20 February 2023, 11:00 AM 256

With 72% area of the state under forest cover, the Uttarakhand Cabinet has decided to promote tourism activities in certain areas that come under the Forest Department, reports TOI. A committee headed by the Chief Secretary and comprising members of the Forest and Tourism Department was approved by the Cabinet, which would explore the prospects […]Continue Reading

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UTDB announces incentive for tour operators for International Yoga Festival 2023

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Friday, 9 December 2022, 10:07 AM 218

The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) has announced a financial incentive scheme of up to INR 5 lakh per tour operator for tour operators booking international tourists for the upcoming International Yoga Festival (IYF) 2023 to be held at Rishikesh from March 1 to March 7. This incentive will be offered to tour operators for […]Continue Reading