‘We are in talks with pvt investors’
Fayaz Bukhari
SRINAGAR, Feb 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that Gulmarg will soon become a premier destination for heli-skiing and adventure and informed that the Government is in talks with some private investors to enhance the infrastructure at the skiing destination.
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Omar told reporters in Gulmarg that a helicopter would be available throughout the year for heli-skiing and safari.
“This year, we haven’t had much snow. But, still, skiers are enjoying here and from today, heli-skiing will start. They can also have a tour of the scenic beauty in a helicopter. This time, the helicopter will be available throughout the year and people can now enjoy the helicopter safari in Gulmarg as well,” he said.
The Chief Minister added that the Government is in talks with the private players to improve the infrastructure of the place.
“We are in talks with some private investors who are ready to create more skiing infrastructure in Gulmarg. Talks are ongoing and if there is a good proposal that would create new infrastructure, we will work on it,” he said.
On the conduct of the Khelo India Games that were scheduled to be held from February 22 and were postponed due to lack of snowfall, Omar said the government was not in a position to make an announcement on them yet. However, he said that the event will be organised as soon as possible.
“There is hope of fresh snowfall over the next three days from February 26. After that, experts of the Ski Federation will visit, examine the slopes and if they find there is enough snow to hold the games, then we will announce the dates,” he added.
“I would want the games to be held in the first week of March, because otherwise, the temperature will rise and it will be difficult to hold them this year,” he added.
He also mentioned that other plans were underway by the Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation to develop new cable car projects.
Regarding the upcoming fasting month of Ramadan, the Chief Minister said he would soon hold a meeting to review preparations for the Ramadan.
Asked about the budget, Omar refused to comment, saying he would address the issue on March 7.
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