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Identification of Tourism Circuits across India
Interim Report Phase I HIMACHAL PRADESH

July 2012
Submitted to: Ministry of Tourism, Government of India 1, Parliament Street, Transport Bhawan, New Delhi - 110001 2nd Floor, Ambience Corporate Tower, Ambience Mall, NH-8, Gurgaon, Haryana 122 001 Submitted by:
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 5 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 3.1 3.2 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 5.1 6.1 6.2 6.3 Assignment Brief......................................................................................................................................... 5 Objectives of the Study ............................................................................................................................. 5 Approach and Methodology ................................................................................................................... 5 Key Findings ................................................................................................................................................. 8 Structure of the Report ............................................................................................................................ 8 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................ 10 Tourism in the State ................................................................................................................................ 12 Religious Places In Himachal Pradesh ............................................................................................. 19 Infrastructure and Connectivity ......................................................................................................... 22 Existing Tourism Circuits ...................................................................................................................... 24 Based on Preliminary Research.......................................................................................................... 26 Key Parameters ......................................................................................................................................... 26 State Government and State Tour and Travel Operators Representatives ...................... 28 National Level Travel and Tour Operators and Other Representatives ............................ 28 Ranked List of Circuits ............................................................................................................................ 29 Carrying Capacity Analysis ................................................................................................................... 30 Existing Infrastructure Status of the Circuit.................................................................................. 37 List of Projects Identified ...................................................................................................................... 49 PPP Bifurcation of the Identified Projects ...................................................................................... 56 Estimated Employment Generation.................................................................................................. 57
Chapter 2: Brief on the State........................................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3: Initial Screening of the Circuits ............................................................................................................... 26
Chapter 4: Stakeholders Consultations and Selection of Tourist Circuits ................................................... 28
Chapter 5: Existing Infrastructure Status of the Priority Circuit ..................................................................... 37 Chapter 6: Project Identification, Block Cost Estimate, Implementation & Funding .............................. 49
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List of Tables Table 1: Tourist Arrival in Himachal Pradesh- Domestic and Foreign ........................................................... 13 Table 2: Tourist Accommodation in Himachal Pradesh ........................................................................................ 23 Table 3: National-Level Stakeholder Consultation, held on 19th October, 2011 ......................................... 29 Table 4: Major sites in the Circuit: Chandigarh to Manali..................................................................................... 29 Table 5: UDPFI Density Limits ......................................................................................................................................... 33 Table 6: Physical and Ecological Indicators................................................................................................................ 34 Table 7: Social and Demographic Indicators............................................................................................................. 35 Table 8: Political Economic Indicators ........................................................................................................................ 35 Table 9: Evaluation Criterion for Physical and Ecological Indicators.............................................................. 35 Table 10: Infrastructure status/availability between Chandigarh and Bilaspur ........................................ 37 Table 11: Infrastructure status/availability between Bilaspur and Mandi................................................... 39 Table 12: Infrastructure status/availability between Mandi and Kullu ......................................................... 41 Table 13: Infrastructure status/availability between Bilaspur and Mandi................................................... 43 Table 14: Infrastructure status/availability between Bilaspur and Mandi................................................... 45 Table 15: Projects, Indicative Cost, Implementing Agency and Existing Schemes .................................... 49 Table 16: PPP Bifurcation of the Projects.................................................................................................................... 56 Table 17: Estimated employment generation for Kullu- Manali circuit ......................................................... 58
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List of Figures Figure 1: Study Methodology.............................................................................................................................................. 6 Figure 2: District Map of Himachal Pradesh............................................................................................................... 11 Figure 3: Shimla ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Figure 4: Hamirpur ............................................................................................................................................................... 15 Figure 5: Spiti .......................................................................................................................................................................... 16 Figure 6: Monastery.............................................................................................................................................................. 17 Figure 7: Kangra ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Figure 8: Tourist Places in Himachal Pradesh ........................................................................................................... 18 Figure 9: Methodology for Carrying Capacity Analysis ......................................................................................... 31
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Assignment Brief
IL&FS Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (IL&FS IDC) appointed as the National Level Consultant (NLC) by Ministry of Tourism, is in the process of identifying tourism circuits across all the States and UTs (except North-East). These circuits are proposed to be developed during the 12th Plan, in an integrated manner with Central Financial Assistance and appropriate involvement of State Governments and private sector. For the first phase, the process has been started with the selection of existing/new tourist circuits (4 in each state and 2 in Union Territories). These circuits have been structured considering the length, duration and connectivity. After the identification and prioritisation of these circuits in Phase I, the next step is to identify the basic and tourism related infrastructural and promotional needs of the identified circuits, which are to be implemented on priority basis, along with the tentative cost estimates. These projects should be related to development of basic as well as tourism related infrastructure. Thereafter, Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) will be prepared by the State Level Consultant for the projects identified.
1.2 Objectives of the Study

The objectives of the present study are: 1) To identify the potential tourist circuits/destinations in the State of Himachal Pradesh. 2) To analyse the potential and carrying capacity of the identified tourist circuits/destinations and prioritise the same. 3) Assess the existing infrastructure basic and tourism related - for the circuits/destinations. 4) To assess the interventions for improving the quantity and quality of basic and tourism infrastructure for prioritized circuits/destinations. 5) Identify infrastructural projects to be initiated by Centre/State/Private sector.
1.3 Approach and Methodology

Figure 1 presents a flow diagram of the approach and methodology used for the present study. Based on primary and secondary sources, literature search and discussions with key stake holders (State Govt and local tour & travel industry), the existing tourists flow and orientation were
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studied. The existing and future potential and connectivity of the destinations were studied for an initial screening of the tourist circuits / destinations. Secondary Research Potential Popularity Connectivity
Initial Screening of Tourist Circuits
Short listing of the Circuits
Discussion with Department of Tourism, representatives of Travel & Tourism Industry and other stakeholders
Carrying Capacity Assessment
Identified Circuits along with Priority Circuit Parameters Transport, Roads condition, Access to modes of transportation, Utilities, Accommodation, Way side amenities, Management of tourist attractions
Detailed Infrastructure Gap Assessment
Identification of Prospective Projects with Block Cost Estimates
Based on Stakeholder Consultations Reconnaissance survey
Final Report
Figure 1: Study Methodology After the initial screening, the circuits identified were discussed with the State Government (Department of Tourism), representatives of Travel & Tourism Industry and other stakeholders. On the basis of these consultations, tourism circuits have been shortlisted. In order to understand existing capacity of the shortlisted circuits as well as destinations, a detailed carrying capacity 6|Page
assessment has been done. This assessment is, primarily, based on the residential and tourist population densities of the town/cities. Based on above exercise, four circuits have been identified and prioritized. The circuits have been prioritized after consultations with the stakeholders and based on the popularity, tourists flow pattern and perceived need for improvements/investments to basic and tourism infrastructure. In the present study, the circuit with the highest priority has been taken up for detailed examination. Thereafter, detailed infrastructure assessment of the priority circuit is undertaken. The objective of the said assessment is to understand the significance of the mentioned sites from a tourist perspective and to map the availability of basic and tourism related-infrastructure. Typical infrastructure being demanded includes facilities at entry-exit points, accommodation, way-side amenities, physical & social infrastructure, public utilities as well as health & security. This assessment is based on reconnaissance survey done along the route, wayside and on site of the priority circuit. Following infrastructure has been examined to assess the requirements and deficiencies: 1) Modes of Transport- airways, roadways and railways and access thereto 2) Road network 3) Utilities-power, water facility, etc 4) Accommodation 5) Way side amenities 6) Maintenance and management of built heritage/tourist attractions On the basis of reconnaissance survey, discussions with local community and other stakeholders, gaps have been identified. Based on these gaps as well as site potential, sustainable projects have been proposed along with the indicative block costs. These projects proposed are intended achieve the following two objectives: 1) Products and activities proposed will attract the tourist inflow and will hold the tourists in the circuits which will provide socio-economic benefits at a larger level. 2) Sustainable projects will attract different investors and private players to participate in infrastructure development which will benefit both, Government as well as private sector.
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1.4 Key Findings

For the State of Himachal Pradesh, the following three circuits have been identified for integrated development. Circuit 1: Chandigarh- Swarghat- Bilaspur- Mandi- Kullu- Manali- Manikaran- Naggar Circuit 2: Kalka- Berog- Solan- Shimla- Chail- Kufri- Naldara Circuit 3: Kangra-Dharamshala-Palampur-Dalhousie- Chamba Based on the carrying capacity assessment and tourism potential Circuit 1: Chandigarh- BilaspurMandi- Kullu- Manali- Manikaran Circuit has been proposed as the Priority Circuit for the State of Himachal Pradesh. The key findings of the study conducted along the priority circuit are listed below: 1) Chandigarh to Bilaspur Bilaspur is around 120 km from Chandigarh .There is a need to develop and increase the number of authorized parking facilities in major tourist places such as Swarghat & Naina Devi Temple and Rewalsar Lake. Tourist related facilities need to be developed in Rewalsar. Trained guides are required to serve the major tourist places. 2) Bilaspur to Mandi It has been observed that this particular stretch requires more number of parking spaces. The major tourist places require facilities like filtered drinking water and public conveniences. 3) Mandi- Kullu-Manali This particular stretch also requires public facilities like drinking water and Public toilets. There is a paucity of parking spaces in this stretch. 4) Manali- Naggar It has been observed that public facilities like drinking water and public toilets are required in Naggar Town.
1.5 Structure of the Report

The present report, which covers the priority circuit of Himachal Pradesh, has been divided into following sections.
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Chapter 1: Introduction: This chapter provides the rationale behind the assignment, aims and key objectives of the study followed by approach and methodology adopted for the same Chapter 2: Brief on the State: This section of the report focuses on the profile of the state, especially in terms of infrastructure, tourism trends and key spots/sites. Chapter 3: Initial Screening of the Circuits: This chapter is followed by sections explaining the process of initial screening/short listing of tourism circuits which is largely based on key parameters like tourist profile, carrying capacity, safety and sustainability, respectively. Chapter 4: Stakeholders Consultations and Selection of Tourist Circuits: This chapter provides information on the Stakeholder consultations done at Centre as well as State level and along with their respective outcome. The latter sections in this chapter also focus on the carrying capacity analysis done for the tourist circuits. Chapter 5: Existing Infrastructure Status of the Priority Circuit: This chapter analyses current status of circuits (based on site study undertaken) and infrastructure gaps identified during the site visit. Based on this, assessment of the level of adequacy of infrastructure has been undertaken with respect to the existing infrastructure, increasing tourist inflow, destination popularity, types of tourists and seasonality. Chapter 6: The last chapter of the study report provides information on prospective projects in the circuits that can be taken up for infrastructural upgradation.
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Chapter 2: Brief on the State

2.1 Introduction
Himachal Pradesh is a state in Northern India. The literal meaning of Himachal Pradesh is Region of snowy mountains. Nestled in the Western Himalayas, it has provided refuge and abode to the Buddhist leader, the Dalai Lama and his Tibetan followers. This majestic, almost mythic terrain is famous for its beauty and serenity. Himachal Pradesh was anciently known as Dev Bhumi (The Abode of Gods) and is abundance in natural beauty. After the Anglo Gorkha War, the British colonial government came into power. It was initially part of Punjab, except the Siba State of Punjab Hills which was under the rule of Maharaja Ranjit Singh until 1857. In 1950 Himachal was declared as a union territory but after the State of Himachal Pradesh Act 1971, Himachal emerged as the 18th state of the Indian Union. After Independence, 30 princely states of the area were united and Himachal Pradesh was formed on 15th April, 1948. On Ist November, 1966, the then Punjab State was reorganized with the formation of Haryana as a separate State and merger of the then Kullu, Kangra, Shimla and some hilly areas of Hoshiarpur district and Dalhousie of Gurdaspur district into Himachal Pradesh constituting the four new districts viz. Kullu, Lahaul & Spiti, Kangra and Shimla in Himachal Pradesh and merging Dalhousie into Chamba district. Himachal Pradesh is divided into 12 districts namely, Kangra, Hamirpur, Mandi, Bilaspur, Una, Chamba, Lahaul and Spiti, Sirmaur, Kinnaur, Kullu, Solan and Shimla. The state capital is Shimla which was formerly British India's summer capital under the name Shimla. The state is landlocked with the Tibetan plateau to the east, Jammu and Kashmir to the north, and the Punjab to the west. However, the state stands apart from its neighbors in terms of its sheer topographic diversity and breathtaking pristine natural beauty. The forests of Himachal Pradesh constitute two-thirds of the states geographic area and are crucial to the regions environmental and economic well-being -a storehouse of rich bio-diversity, vital in preserving the fragile Himalayan eco-system, and a primary livelihood source for its rural population.
Figure 2: District Map of Himachal Pradesh
(Source: www.dte.com)
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2.2 Tourism in the State

Popularly known as the Devbhumi "Land of the Gods", Himachal Pradesh is a beautiful hill state in India, nestled in north-west region of western Himalayas. The state is landlocked with the Tibetan plateau to the east, Jammu and Kashmir to the north, and the Punjab to the west. However, the state stands apart from its neighbors in terms of its sheer topographic diversity and breathtaking pristine natural beauty. From vast tracts of high-altitude Trans-Himalayan desert to dense green deodar forests, from apple orchards to cultivated terraces, from snow capped high Himalayan mountain ranges to snow fed lakes and gushing rivers. Considered to be one of the most beautiful of the India states, Himachal Pradesh is located in the northern zone of the Himalayan foothills. The blessed temples, green scenery, and a diverse range of food and music make a deep impression on the mind of the tourists. The capital city of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, boasts of its picturesque beauty. Once the Summer Capital for the English people, Shimla is one of the most popular hill stations of northern India, which is often known by Queen of Hill Stations. Some of the important tourist attraction of Shimla that form a part of Himachal Pradesh tourism are Padam Palace, Kamru Fort, Shimla State Museum and more. The State Government is aiming at promoting sustainable tourism, encouraging private sector to develop tourism related infrastructure in the State without disturbing the existing ecology and environment. In order to increase the duration of the stay of the visitors/tourists, a special emphasis is being laid on the development of activities-based on tourism. Tourism Industry in Himachal Pradesh has been given very high priority and the Government has developed an appropriate infrastructure for its development which includes provision of public utility services, roads, communication network, airports, transport facilities, water supply and civic amenities, etc. 2.2.1 Trends in Tourist Arrivals As can be seen fromTable 1, the number of people coming to Himachal Pradesh from within India has grown by 16.6% whereas number of foreign tourist has increased by 13.2 % from the year 2009 to 2010.
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Table 1: Tourist Arrival in Himachal Pradesh- Domestic and Foreign

State/ UT Himachal Pradesh 2009 Domestic
11036572
2010 Foreign
400583
% Growth (2009/10) Domestic 16.6 Foreign 13.2
Domestic
12873986
Foreign
453616
2.2.2 State Level Agencies associated with Tourism The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. was formed in September, 1972 as an undertaking of the Govt. under the Companies Act, 1956. The main objectives of the Company are to: (i) establish, develop, promote, execute, operate and otherwise carry on projects, schemes and other activities including running and maintenance of tourist vehicles to facilitate or accelerate the development of tourism; (ii) Construct, run and maintain Tourist Information Centers in and outside the State within the Country; (iii) Publish and sell different types of material for the purpose of giving publicity to tourism; (iv) Construct, lease out, take on lease, run and maintain tourist bungalows, tourist inns, youth hostels, hotels and cafeterias. 2.2.3 Available Destinations/Circuits
Some of the major tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh are: Dalhousie- The hill station of Dalhousie, situated in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, is full of old world charm and holds lingering echos of the Raj era. It covers an area of 14 sq. km. and is built on five hills - Kathlog, Patreyn, Tehra, Bakrota and Balun. It is named after the British governor General of the 19th century, Lord Dalhousie. Shimla- As the Summer Capital of the British in India, Shimla was the country's focus for the better part of every year and now, is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. Today, it has well developed facilities, easy accessibility and numerous attractions making it one of India's most popular hill resorts.
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Figure 3: Shimla
Mandi- The historic town of Mandi (800 m) is built along the banks of the river Beas. It has long been an important commercial centre and the sage Mandva is said to have meditated here. Bilaspur- Bilaspur Township is situated just above the old town of Bilaspur at a height of 670 m. above sea level. The new Bilaspur Township can be truly described as the first planned hill town of the country.
Una- Una has been carved out of Hoshiarpur district of Punjab in 1966 where the hilly areas of Punjab were transferred to Himachal Pradesh. It has borders with Kangra Hamirpur and Bilaspur and acts as a gateway to these regions.
Hamirpur- It is situated at lower elevation and comparatively warmer but has some hilly ranges covered with Pine forests. This district was made in 1972 by carving it out from the Kangra district. At present the known attractions are Deot-Sidh, Temple of Sujanpu Tihra and Nadaun. Hamirpur town is the Headquarter of this District, which lies on ShimlaDharamshala road.
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Figure 4: Hamirpur Chamba- The town stands on a plateau on the right bank of the Ravi river valley between Dhauladhar and Zanskar ranges south of the inner Himalayas. This town was founded by Raja Sahil Varman in the beginning of 10th Century. The Champavati temple was built by Sahil Varman in the honour of his daughter Champavati who is worshipped as a goddess in Chamba. Manali - Manali is situated near the end of the valley on the National Highway leading to Leh. The landscape here is breath taking and one can see well-defined snow capped peaks, the Beas River with its clear water meanders through the town. From temples to antiquity, to picturesque sight-seeing spots and adventure activities, Manali is a popular resort for all seasons and for all travellers. Kullu - The Kullu valley runs north to south of Beas river. Kullu is a broad open valley formed by the Beas River between Manali and Largi. This valley is famous for the beauty and its majestic hills covered with pine and deodar forest and sprawling apple orchards. The valley is also famous for its exquisitely woven colourful hand made shawls and kullu caps. Solan- Solan is a district headquarters and has the famous temple of Shoolini Devi. It is known as the "Mushroom city of India" Solan has an old brewery and a sprawling horticulture and forestry university at Nauni Nahan- Nahan is situated on an isolated ridge in the Shiwalik hills, overlooking green fields. Nahan is a well laid-out picturesque town, known for its cleanliness and dust free streets. The city was founded as a capital by Raja Karan Prakash in 1621. Nahan situated at an altitude of 932 meters, is a good base for visits to the surrounding areas viz. Renuka, Paonta Sahib, Trilokpur temple and the Suketi Fossil Park.
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Spiti and Lahaul Valley- Lahaul and Spiti are two remote Himalayan Valleys of H.P. lying on the Indo-Tibet border. Spiti is the sub division of Lahaul & Spiti district with its headquartering at Kaza. It is called "Little Tibet" because it has almost the same terrain, vegetation & climate. The main Spiti valley is split into eastern and western valleys.
Figure 5: Spiti
Kinnaur- Kinnaur surrounded by the Tibet to the east, in the northeast corner of Himachal Pradesh, about 235 kms from Shimla is a tremendously beautiful district having the three high mountains ranges i.e. Zanskar, Greater Himalayas and Dhauladhar, enclosing valleys of Sutlej, Spiti, Baspa and their tributaries.
Palampur- Palampur is a green hill station and a municipal council in the Kangra Valley in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, surrounded on all sides by tea gardens and pine forests before they merge with the Dhauladhar ranges. Palampur is the tea capital of northwest India.
Dharamshala- Dharamshala is a city in the upper reaches of the Kangra Valley and is surrounded by dense coniferous forest consisting mainly of stately Deodars. This is a hill station lying on the spur of the Dhauladhar range about 17 kms northeast of Kangra town. Dharamshala is also headquarter of the Kangra district.
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Figure 6: Monastery Kangra- The Kangra valley is one of the most picturesque valleys of lower Himalayas. The valley, sheltered by the sublime Dhauladhar range, is green and luxuriant. It provides a tremendous contrast in nature of places to be visited. Dharamshala is full of Buddhist air whereas ancient Hindu Temples like Bajreshwari Devi, Chamunda Devi, Baijnath Shiv temple and Jwala Devi ji dot the country side.
Figure 7: Kangra
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Figure 8: Tourist Places in Himachal Pradesh
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2.2.4
OTHER INTERESTING PLACES OF HIMACHAL PRADESH
Apart from the major tourist destinations, Himachal Pradesh has a lot to offer to an avid tourist. Some of the other interesting places of Himachal Pradesh:Rajgarh Valley Pragpur Sujanpur Tihra Chail Maharaja Pratap Sagar Barog Kiarighat Rajgarh Renuka Ji Tourist places in Himachal Pradesh Kangra Fort Naldehra Swarghat Shivkul Darlaghat Keylong Laxmi Narayan Temple Parwanoo Chintpurni Fagu Chail Narkanda Rampur Sarahan Chindi Kasauli Rohroo Manikaran Naggar Kharapathar Bilaspur Palampur Jogindernagar Rewalsar Khajjar Dalhousie Kinnaur Deothsidh Kalpa Kaza Keylong Hamirpur
2.3 Religious Places In Himachal Pradesh

Some of the religious places in Himachal Pradesh are: Poanta Sahib- Paonta Sahib is a small beautiful town in the south of Sirmour district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The city has a large Gurudwara, named Gurudwara Paonta Sahib on the banks of the river Yamuna, the river being the boundary between the states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Jawalmukhi (Jwala Ji )- Jawalmukhi temple is one of the most visited Temples in Himachal Pradesh. According to Hindu legend, the tongue of Sati fell in the place where the temple is being erected. The Hindu Temple is built in homage to goddess Jawalmukhi, also known as Maa Jwala Ji. Mata Chintpurni and Chamunda Devi - The temple of Mata Chintpurni is dedicated to Mata Chintpurni and Chhinnamastika Devi. It is located in the Una district. The deity has derived such a name from the idol of goddess Durga in the temple, which is without a head. The temple of Chamunda Devi is located 8 km away from Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh. According to the Hindu mythology, the trunk of Sati had fallen in this place after her body is cut into fifty one pieces by Lord Vishnu with his chakra. Baijnath & Laxmi Narayan Temple- The Baijnath temple is located in the Bias valley of Himachal Pradesh. It is a temple that had been dedicated to Siva Vaidyanatha meaning the Lord of the physicians. The Laxmi Narayan Temple is one of the oldest temples and also the largest one, situated in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. Baba Balak Nath- Baba Balak Nath is a Hindu deity worshipped in the northern Indian states of Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. His shrine is known as "Deotsidh". It is 45 19 | P a g e
Kilometers from "Hamirpur" Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh and is on the border of Hamirpur and Bilaspur districts of Himachal Pradesh, India. Bijli Mahadev- Hadimba Temple- Situated atop of a majestic hill, Bijli Mahadev Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Placed at a height of 2450 meters, this temple holds an amazing but true story of its own. It says that Shivlinga in the temple had broken into pieces due to lightning and the temple priest adheres it with butter. Hadimba Temple- Hidimba Devi Temple, also known as the Hadimba Temple, is located in Manali, a hill station in the State of Himachal Pradesh in north India. It is an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimbi Devi, sister of Hidimba, who was a character in the Indian epic, Mahabharata. Renukaji Temple- Renuka ji is an important pilgrim centre associated with Parasuram, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who killed his mother on the orders of his father sage Jamdagni. Bhootnath Temple- Mandi is the central district of Himachal Pradesh which is situated at a distance of 62 Km from Dharamshala. Bhootnath temple is located in the heart of the Mandi and was built by Raja Ajber Sen in 1527 AD. This temple is devoted to Lord Shiva. Syamakal Temple- Also called the temple of Tarna Devi; this is high on Tarna Hill which rises above the town. Built In the 17th century by Raja Syama Sen after particularly trying times when the goddess gave him success. Raghunath Temple- In the 17th century, Raja Jagat Singh of Kulu is said to have committed a great wrong, to atone for which, he sent a courtier to Ayodhya for a statue of Lord Raghunath - Lord Rama. He built this temple to house the image, and the shrine went on to be a popular site of worship. Triloknath Shiva Temple- One among the oldest temples in Mandi, Triloknath Temple is situated at Purani Mandi and is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple premises are enshrined with numerous images of the destroyer of the universe. Dhankar Gompa- Dhankar Gompa is a Buddhist temple in the district of Lahaul and Spiti in India. Dhankar, like Key Monastery and Tangyud Monastery in Spiti, and Thiktse, Likir and Rangdum monasteries in Ladakh, was built as a fort monastery on the Central Tibetan pattern. Tabo Monastery- Tabo Monastery is situated in the village of Tabo, in the secluded Spiti valley of the state Himachal Pradesh, India.
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Kye Monastery- Key Gompa is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery located on top of a hill at an altitude of 4,166 metres above sea level, close to the Spiti River, in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh,
Chamunda Devi- Chamunda is seated at Jadrangal village in Kangra area located on the right bank of Baner Khad (Banganga), a tributary of Beas River.
2.3.1
Wildlife Parks in Himachal Pradesh
Out of total geographical area of Himachal Pradesh, which is around 55, 670 sq km, a majority of 37, 033 sq km is covered by forests. There are around 32 Sanctuaries, 2 National Parks and 3 Game Reserves in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Some of the famous wildlife parks in Himachal Pradesh are Great Himalayan National Park- The Great Himalayan National Park with an area of 620 square km. is located in Kullu District and has the representative area of temperate and alpine forests of Himachal. Pin Valley National Park- The Pin Valley National Park is situated in the cold desert of Spiti Valley. Renuka Sanctuary- Renuka Sanctuary is a small sanctuary in the Himachal Pradesh connected by motorable road. Simbalbara Sanctuary Simbalbara sanctuary is located in the Paonta valley of Sirmour district in the Himachal Pradesh. Churdahar Sanctuary- Churdhar peak, is the highest peak in the outer Himalayas. Churdhar peak is like an oasis of Alpine area in a ocean of temperate forests. Chail Sanctuary - Chail Sanctuary is located in the Chail region of the Himachal Pradesh. Majathal Sanctuary- The Majathal sanctuary is located about 10 kms. from Kararaghat (Shimla-Bilaspur Highway) to Kashlog. Maharana Pratap Sagar Sanctuary The Maharana Pratap Sagar sanctuary is a famous lake sanctuary. The major attraction of this sanctuary is the ducks which migrate from Siberia during winter. Manali Sanctuary-The Manali Sanctuary starts about 2 km from Manali town. It forms the catchment of Manalsu khad. Kanawar Sanctuary- The Kanawar sanctuary is located in Parbati valley of Kullu district. Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary- Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary with its well laid out trekking jungle trails both at Kalatop and Khajjiar is a tourist paradise.
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Nature Park, Kufri- Kufri is a well known tourist resort near Shimla Nature Park, Manali- Manali is another tourist spot where a large number of visitors come. Nature Park, Gopalpur- Gopalpur is a village situated near Palampur on PalampurDharamsala upper road.
2.4 Infrastructure and Connectivity

2.4.1 Roads
Roads are the lifeline and major means of communication in the predominantly hilly State of Himachal Pradesh. When the Pradesh came into existence in 1948, there were 288 km of roads, which has gone up to 23,788 km. The State has 8 National Highways having a total road length of 1,235 km. The government has constructed 29,329 km of motorable roads by September 2006. The road sector has been given high priority. Eight national highways (NH) pass through the state with a total length of 1235 km. NH 1A touches Shahpur. NH 20 passes through Pathankot, Chakki, Nurpur, Palampur and Mandi. NH 21 connects NH 22 connects Ambala with Kaurik through Kalka, Shimla and Wangtoo. NH 70 passes through Mubarakpur, Amb, Nadaun and Hamirpur. NH 21A begins at Pinjore in Haryana, passes through Nalagarh and reaches Swarghat, where it connects with NH 21. NH 88 connects Shimla with Kangra through Hamirpur and Nadaun. NH 72 begins at Ambala and passes through Amb and Paunta Sahib in Himachal before terminating at Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Most tourist spots in Himachal Pradesh such as Shimla, Manali, Dharamsala etc. are well connected by roads. Some of the roads in Himachal are seasonal and get closed during winters and monsoons due to heavy snowfall, landslides and washouts. The Manali-Leh road, for example, remains closed for most part of the winters. The government-owned Himachal Road Transport Corporation runs a network of buses across the state and Himachal Pradesh being a major tourist destination, there is no dearth of private buses and taxis. Since much of the state is hilly, roads play a vital role in transportation. 2.4.2 Railway
Himachal has two narrow-gauge rail tracks. The Kalka-Shimla Railway track has a length of 96 kilometers. It passes through 102 tunnels and crosses 864 bridges. The track has been in existence for over a century now. Panoramic Kalka-Shimla Railway known to be an engineering marvel of British India. The Pathankot-Jogindernagar track has a length of about 113 kilometers.
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A broad gauge line exists which connects Nangal Dam in Punjab to Una. Currently this line is being extended till Talwara (Punjab) with track operational till Churu takarla. Una is connected to New Delhi by Jan Shatabdi express and Himachal Express. Himachal Pradesh falls under the Northern Railways network. Two narrow gauge lines connect Kalka with Shimla and Jogindernagar with Pathankot; with a route length of 96 km and 113 km, respectively. A 33 km broad-gauge line connects the Nangal Dam to Charuru. 2.4.3 The Airport three airports in Himachal Pradesh are: Shimla Airport near Shimla, Gaggal
Airport near Kangra and Bhuntar Airport near Kullu. The flights operate only seasonally due to extreme weather conditions, especially during winters. All these airports have runways shorter than 4000 ft and therefore allow the operation of only the smaller aircraft such as the 18-seater Dornier & 42 seater ATR, which is the most common aircraft operating on these runways. There are three airports at Kullu (Bhuntar), Kangra (Gaggal) and Shimla (Jubbar Hatti). In addition, there are 57 operational helipads and another 12 new helipads being planned. An airport has been proposed for Sundernagar, to match international standards (which can accommodate landing of an Airbus A-320 or a Boeing 747 aircraft). Night landing facilities are proposed to be given for all the three existing airports. 2.4.4 Tourist Accommodation As per the India Tourism Statistics 2010, there are 23 registered Hotels available in the state which provides 915 rooms for tourists. Table 2: Tourist Accommodation in Himachal Pradesh
State/ Place Himachal Pradesh Total (No. of Hotels) (No. of Rooms) 3 137 3 213 1 41 7 207 5 135 9 341 7 22 35 1096 5 StarDeluxe 5Star 4Star 3Star 2Star 1Star Aptt. Hotel Time Heritage Share Resort Silver and Gold B&B UnClassi fied Total
Source: India Tourism Statistics 2010
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2) There are a large number of unregistered hotels in popular tourist destination like Manali, Kullu, Shimla and Dharamshala. Besides, HPTDC has also set up several tourist complexes, which provide quality accommodation to the tourists at affordable rates. Tourist complexes are presently operational at the following locations: Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) is a pioneer in the development of tourism infrastructure in Himachal formed in 1972, it provides a complete package of tourism services, including accommodation, catering, transport, conferring and sports activities having the largest chain of fines hotels and restaurants in the state with 8 hotels having 1076 rooms with 2318 beds. HPTDC also runs 60 restaurants and cafes, serving a varied cuisine, including Himachali delicacies.
2.5 Existing Tourism Circuits

Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation has divided the State into four interesting circuits: Dhauladhar circuit, which covers Dalhousie, Chamba valley, Dharamsala, etc, Beas Circuit, which is the Kullu Manali and surrounding region, Tribal Circuit, which mainly includes the Lahaul Spiti region, Sutlej Circuit, which is the region around Shimla, Kasuali and Chail. These circuits not only have a distinctive feel about it but also make one feel as if trekking through ages at different times. The different circuits through their unique characteristic and nature leave a deep impression on the minds of the travelers. 2.5.1 Dhauladhar Circuit
This circuit covers Delhi -Chintpurni - Jwalamukhi - Kangra - Dalhousie - Khajjiar - Chamba Dharamsala - Chamunda - Palampur - Jogindernagar - Delhi. 2.5.2 Beas Circuit
This circuit covers Delhi - Swarghat - Bilaspur - Mandi - Rewalsar - Kullu - Manali - Rohtang Naggar - Manikaran - Delhi.
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2.5.3
Tribal Circuit
This circuit covers Delhi - Shimla - Sarahan - Sangla - Kalpa - Nako - Tabo - Dhankar - Pin Vally Kaza - Losar - Kunzum - Koksar - Sissu - Tandi - Udaipur - Trilokpur - Rohtang Pass - Manali - Delhi. 2.5.4 Sutlej Circuit
The Sutlej Circuit derives its name from the ancient river Sutlej. This circuit covers Delhi Parwanoo - Kasauli- Barog - Solan - Chail - Hatkoti - Rampur - Sarahan - Narkanda - Naldehra Tattapani - Shimla - Kiarighat - Delhi. This circuit also includes Renuka, Paonta Sahib and Nahan.
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Chapter 3: Initial Screening of the Circuits

3.1 Based on Preliminary Research
On the basis of informal interaction with the local members of travel and tour industry in the state as well as State Tourism Development Corporation, following circuits were identified: Circuit 1: Chandigarh- Swarghat- Bilaspur- Mandi- Kullu- Manali- Manikaran- Naggar Circuit 2: Kalka- Berog- Solan- Shimla- Chail- Kufri- Naldara Circuit 3: Kangra-Dharamshala-Palampur-Dalhousie- Chamba
3.2 Key Parameters

In line with the above discussion, further research has been done to identify and prioritise the circuits. Realising the need, the study narrowed down to derive few key parameters on the basis of which circuits have been put on priority basis. These key parameters have been listed below: 1) Tourist profile Type of tourists visiting a destination depends on the nature of the destination. They can be broadly categorized into domestic and international tourists. This further affects the physical and socioeconomic development of a destination as spending patterns determines the related multiplier effects. It also governs the type and scale of infrastructure required. 2) Capacity & Sustainability The carrying capacity assessment and sustainability of tourism in the circuits identified is an important component of the study as it will form the basis for resource allocation and future development. The carrying capacity assessment has been done separately for the circuits, based on city population (resident), population density and tourist population and density (floating population). The estimation has been done by comparing the total density with the city density norms for small, medium and large town / cities set by Urban Development Plan Formulation and Implementation Guidelines (UDPFI). Only such places have been considered that can offer a sustainable value proposition to the tourists such that when tourism products are offered in those places, they can be maintained as well.
3) Travel and Tour Generally, tour operators organize trips in such a way that only popular sites can be covered in a given period of time. This practice creates more pressure on such destinations, such as Mumbai. Therefore, while selecting the circuits, attempts have been made to promote the sites situated around these popular/saturated destinations which are relatively less developed. 4) Safety Tourist safety has been considered and attempts have been made not to incorporate any such destination which is already adversely affected in terms of law and order.
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Chapter 4: Stakeholders Consultations and Selection of Tourist Circuits

4.1 State Government and State Tour and Travel Operators Representatives
In case of Himachal Pradesh, after the initial screening, the shortlisted circuits have been discussed with the representatives of state tour and travel operators. Based on the discussions, following circuits and projects have been identified which can be considered for further assessments: Four Major Circuits: Circuit 1: Chandigarh- Swarghat- Bilaspur- Mandi- Kullu- Manali- Manikaran- Naggar Circuit 2: Kalka- Berog- Solan- Shimla- Chail- Kufri- Naldara Circuit 3: Kangra-Dharamshala-Palampur-Dalhousie- Chamba Other Circuit: a) Kinnaur Circuit Mega Tourism Park (any of the locations) a) Baddi b) Suketi c) Mandi Rural Tourism a) Pongdam b) Hamirpur c) Mandi
4.2 National Level Travel and Tour Operators and Other Representatives
Further, the above mentioned circuits were presented by NLC in a Stakeholder Consultation meeting organized and hosted by Ministry of Tourism (MoT), in the presence of representatives of Hotel Association, Tour operators and representatives from MoT on 19th Oct, 2011. The detailed list of personnel consulted during the National-level consultation process is detailed in Table 5.
4.3 Ranked List of Circuits

The National-level Stakeholder consultation conducted by the Ministry of Tourism led to the recommendation of the following circuits to be developed: Circuit 1: Chandigarh- Swarghat- Bilaspur- Mandi- Kullu- Manali- Manikaran- Naggar Circuit 2: Kalka- Berog- Solan- Shimla- Chail- Kufri- Naldara Circuit 3: Kangra-Dharamshala-Palampur-Dalhousie- Chamba Considering the high number of tourist visits and popularity of the Kullu- Manali Circuit, it was decided to take this up for conducting a detailed analysis of existing infrastructure and gap assessment. This circuit is a mix of hill stations, lakes and religious places along the Beas River covering a total length of approx. 400 kms. This circuit starts from Chandigarh and ends at Manali covering important sites mentioned in Table 5. Table 3: National-Level Stakeholder Consultation, held on 19th October, 2011
S. No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Stakeholders Shri Bharat Bhushan Shri Gour Kanjilal Shri M.D. Kapoor Shri Mandip Singh Soin Shri Randhir Brar Shri Tejbir Singh Anand Shri Subhash Verma Shri Varun Shukla Ms. Anju Bhat Designation Director Secretary General President SVP President President General Manager Associate Head of Sales Organization Hotel Association of India Indian Association of Tour Operators Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Association of India Eco-Tourism Society of India M/S LE Passage to India Tour and Travels Pvt Ltd., Adventure Tour Operators Association Association of Domestic Tour Operator of India The Lalit Grand Palace The Lalit Grand Palace Location New Delhi New Delhi New Delhi New Delhi New Delhi New Delhi New Delhi Srinagar Srinagar
Table 4: Major sites in the Circuit: Chandigarh to Manali

S. No 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tourist Sites District Entry/Exit Points Chandigarh
Vyas Goofa Bandla Sh. Naina Devi ji Markandeya Govind Sagar Lake
Bilaspur Bilaspur Bilaspur Bilaspur Bilaspur
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S. No 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.
Tourist Sites
District
Entry/Exit Points
Rewalsar Lake Prashar Lake Barot Bhuntar Khirganga Kasol Manikaran Mall Road Hadimba Temple Rahalla Falls Vashisht Solang Valley Naggar Rohtang pass Solang valley 22. Manali sanctury
Mandi Mandi Mandi Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu Kullu
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Since the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India aims to promote sustainable tourism development it was deemed essential to establish the sustainable carrying capacity of the Tourist circuit prioritized. To evaluate the carrying capacity of the circuits and destinations the following methodology as explained below was adopted.
4.4 Carrying Capacity Analysis

Tourism carrying capacity is defined as the maximum number of people that may visit the tourist destination without causing destruction of the physical, economic and socio cultural environment and an unacceptable decrease in the quality of visitors satisfaction. (Alvin Chandy, 2009) Assessment of TCC is based on three major indicators: Physical-Ecological, Socio-Demographic and Political- Economic. Physical and Ecological Indicators are based on fixed components (ecological capacity, assimilative capacity) and flexible components (infrastructure systems like water supply, electricity, transportation, etc). 30 | P a g e
Socio-demographic Indicators refer to social and demographic issues and importance to local communities, as they relate to the presence and growth of tourism. Some of these can be expressed in quantitative terms but most require suitable socio- psychological research. Political-economic Indicators refer to the impacts of tourism on local economic structures, activities, etc. including competition to other sectors. The objective of the interventions intended by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India is to improve the quality and quantity of tourism infrastructure at tourist destinations/circuits in a sustainable manner. Hence, for the purposes of this report the primary focus would be on the Physical and Ecological Indicators. It is expected that improvement in physical infrastructure at destinations/circuits would translate into improvements in the socio-demographic and politicaleconomic conditions of these places.
Resident Population Density Domestic Tourist Density Foreign Tourist Density UDPFI Density Normalizing Density
Aggregate Peak Density
Carrying Capacity Density
Existing Load
Carrying Capacity
Available Capacity = Carrying Capacity Existing Load

Figure 9: Methodology for Carrying Capacity Analysis The methodology for evaluating the available carrying capacity for the tourist destinations of the circuit is illustrated in Figure 5 and is described below:
I. Calculation of Existing Load (LEXISTING)

This is done by calculating the following:
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a) Resident Population Density (RP): This was derived by dividing the existing resident population of the tourist town by its area in hectares (ha.) b) Domestic Tourist Density (DT ): This was derived as follows: Step 1. Domestic Tourist Arrival (TD): Domestic tourist arrivals during peak season (days) was determined. Step 2. Domestic Tourist stay days in peak seasons (TDSP): Domestic tourist arrival was multiplied by average number of days of tourist stay at that tourist town. TDSP = TD * Stay Average Days Step 3. Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season (DSP): This was evaluated by dividing the number of tourist stay days per season by the number of days comprising the peak season DSP = Stay Average Days / Days Peak Season Step 4. Domestic Tourist Density (DT): This was evaluated by dividing Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season by area of tourist town in hectares. DT = PS / Area c) Foreign Tourist Density (FT ): This was derived as follows: Step 1. Foreign Tourist Arrival (TF): Foreign tourist arrivals during peak season (days) was determined Step 2. Tourist stay days in peak seasons (TFSP): Foreign tourist arrival was multiplied by average number of day of stay for tourist at that tourist town. TFSP = TF * Stay Average Days Step 3. Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season (FSP): This was evaluated by dividing the number of tourist stay days per season by the number of days comprising the peak season. FSP = Stay Average Days / Days Peak Season Step 4. Foreign Tourist Density: This was evaluated by diving Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season by area of tourist town in hectares. FT = PS / Area
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Aggregate Peak Density (APD) = Resident Population Density + Domestic Tourist Density +Foreign Tourist Density APD = RP + DT + FT Existing Load (LEXISTING) = Aggregate Peak Density * Area of the town LEXISTING = APD * Area II. Estimation of Carrying Capacity (CC) a) UDPFI Density (DUDPFI): The Urban Development Plan Formulation and Implementation Guidelines (UDPFI, 1996) guidelines classifies the towns on the basis of population as mentioned in Table 5. Table 5: UDPFI Density Limits
Towns Small Town Medium Town Large City Metro Cities Small Hill Town Medium Hill Town Large Hill Town 20000 20000-80000 More than 80000 Population Less than 50000 50000 - 500000 More than 500000 Upper Limit Density (PPH) 125 150 150 175 75 90 90
Source: UDPFI Guidelines, 1996 The densities suggested by the UDPFI guidelines as shown in Table 5 are for the standard cases. Tourist towns which vary from highly eco-sensitive sanctuaries to highly dense pilgrimage places have specific characteristics and carrying capacities. Thus, UDPFI densities need to be adjusted to account for these factors, which is done with the help of Normalizing Density () Normalizing Density () Normalizing density is evaluated as follows: i. Sites were evaluated on a normalizing index (Ni) of range -10 to +10
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Negative Indices were adopted for sites where densities were to be allowed on a conservative scale (i.e. for example places which are ecologically sensitive). Positive Indices were adopted for sites where densities were to be allowed at higher values than prevailing such as pilgrimage towns etc. ii. The values of the indices were evaluated based on a qualitative assessment with respect to the Physical Ecological indicators. The indicators which were assessed for the category wise tourist places are summarized in Table 6. Table 6: Physical and Ecological Indicators
Physical Ecological Indicators Thematic Areas Coastal Area Islands Protected Areas Rural Areas Mountain Resorts Urban, Historic Pilgrimage Place
Biodiversity Air Quality Noise Pollution Availability of Power Water Waste Management Cultural heritage Tourist infrastructure Land Availability Quality of Transport Infrastructure Source: Countries,E.(Dec,2001). Defining, Destinations.Athens.
Measuring and Evaluating Carrying Capacity in European Tourism
Normalizing Density () was calculated by multiplying a factor of 10pph by the Normalizing index. Normalizing Density () = 10* Ni (The value of 10pph was derived by establishing the boundary conditions of lower and upper sustainable densities for tourist towns of the relevant categories. To establish the lower limit, reference was made to the capacity norms cited by World Tourism Organization WTO (Inskeep, 1991). The upper limit was established by determining the densities for saturated tourist towns.) The Normalizing index (Ni) was evaluated as follows: Each of the applicable indicators for the corresponding thematic area (to which the tourist destination/circuits belong) was ranked on a scale of 0-10. The average of the indicators would give the value of the Normalizing index (Ni). Carrying Capacity Density (CCD) was calculated by summing up the Upper Limit of the relevant UDPFI density with the Normalizing Density. Carrying Capacity Density (CCD) = DUDPFI + 34 | P a g e
Carrying Capacity (CC) was calculated by multiplying the carrying capacity density with the Area of the respective town in hectares. Carrying Capacity (CC) = CCD * Area of Town Available Capacity was finally evaluated by finding the difference between the Carrying Capacity of the tourist town and the Existing Load in the town. Available Capacity = Carrying Capacity (CC) - Existing Load (LEXISTING)
Table 7: Social and Demographic Indicators

Social Demographic Indicators Demography Tourist Flows Social & Behavioral Aspects Health & Hygiene Thematic Areas Coastal Area Islands Protected Areas Rural Areas Mountain Resorts Urban & Historic Pilgrimage Place
Safety Source: Countries, E.(Dec,2001). Defining, Measuring and Evaluating Carrying Capacity in European Tourism Destinations.Athens.
Table 8: Political Economic Indicators

Political Economic Indicators Tourism Earnings and Investment Employment Thematic Areas Coastal Area Islands Protected Areas Rural Areas Mountain Resorts Urban & Historic Pilgrimage Place
Public Expenditure and Revenue Source: Countries,E.(Dec,2001). Defining, Measuring and Evaluating Carrying Capacity in European Tourism Destinations. Athens.
Table 9: Evaluation Criterion for Physical and Ecological Indicators

Evaluation Criterion
Physical Ecological Indicators Biodiversity Air Quality Noise Pollution Availability of Power
Threatened species, Protected areas as a % of territory and type of ecosystem Population exposure to air pollution - Sox & Nox emission intensities Sensitivity to noise pollutions. Allowable decibels limit if specified. Hours of regular power supply from all energy sources.
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Physical Ecological Indicators Water Waste Management Cultural & Heritage
Evaluation Criterion Intensity of Use of water resources. Drinking water availability @135lpcd. Generation of waste, Movement of hazardous waste, Availability of waste management system Listed Buildings and scheduled ancient monuments at risk. No. of community heritage groups active. Cultural traditions and communities which are at a risk of getting extinct.
Tourist infrastructure
Availability of tourist infrastructure such as on site accommodation, wayside amenities, signages, restaurants, public convenience, petrol pumps etc.
Land Availability Area of Land available for tourism development. Quality of Transport Inter and Intra city transport connectivity in tourist towns. Availability of Last Infrastructure Mile connectivity. Source: White V., M. G. (2006). Indicators of Sustainability and Sustainable Tourism: Some Example Sets. Aberdeen: The Macaulay Institute.
Methodology adopted for estimating the Tourist Load in 2020 The load in 2020 has two componentsdomestic tourist load and foreign tourist load. The methodology for evaluation of tourist load in 2020 is as follows: Step 1: Estimation of Domestic Tourist Load in 2020: The Ministry of Tourism Government of India aims at maintaining the annual domestic tourist growth rate of 12.16% for the next five years1. For calculating the domestic tourist load in 2020 the base year figures of 2010 were thus projected using a CAGR of 12.16%. Step 2: Estimation of Foreign Tourist Load in 2020: The Ministry of Tourism Government of India aims at increasing the countrys share of World Tourist Arrivals from 0.6% to 1% for the next five years2. Using these figures a CAGR of 10.76% was calculated. Thus For calculating the foreign tourist load in 2020 the base year figures of 2010 were thus projected using a CAGR of 10.76%. Step 3: Estimation of Tourist Load in 2020: The sum of Domestic Tourist Load (2020) and Foreign Tourist Load (2020) was arrived at to estimate the Tourist Load in 2020.
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Letter DO No. 8(12)/2011- MRD, issued by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India to Secretary Tourism of all States Letter DO No. 8(12)/2011- MRD, issued by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India to Secretary Tourism of all States
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Chapter 5: Existing Infrastructure Status of the Priority Circuit

5.1 Existing Infrastructure Status of the Circuit
A detailed assessment of tourism infrastructure between major points has been discussed below. Each of the destinations presented below has been rated on a scale of A, B or C, wherein, A denotes Good, B denotes Fair and C denotes Poor. 1) INFRASTRUCTURE STATUS/AVAILABILITY BETWEEN CHANDIGARH AND BILASPUR Table 10: Infrastructure status/availability between Chandigarh and Bilaspur
Rating Parameters Distance in km Approach Road Components From Chandigarh Quality(A-C) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-C) Transport Wayside Amenities Modes used by Tourist Availability (A-C) Restaurants Availability Petrol Pump/ Service Centre availability Public convenience availability Sufficiency (A-C) Languages Bilaspur 130 Km. (Approx.) B Metalled NH-21 2 B Bus, Car A B B C B English N.A. Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-C) Drinking Water facility Solid Waste Management Electricity Availability (A-C) Quality(A-C) A-C Supply(AC, Gen) Sufficiency (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. C N.A. B N.A. N.A.
Direction Signages (inside the city to directing the tourist destinations) Land Ownership of the Site City/ Town Accommodation
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Parameters Parking
Components Availability of Land for Future parking Area of this land (approx) Available(Y/N) Quality(A-C) Availability (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Languages Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C) Availability (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C) N.A. N.A. Yes C No B English C N.A. C A B N.A. N.A.
Rating Bilaspur
Tourist Information Centers Trained Guides Information Signages Seating/ Resting Public Convenience Shops/ Kiosks Street Lighting
There is a paucity of parking spaces in this stretch. Public facilities like drinking water and toilets are not available in this stretch. Though, signages are available on this route but its number is inadequate. A well equipped Tourist Information / Help Centre is also required. As discussed with the local stakeholders a theme park can be developed here to further prolong the stay of tourists coming to this destination. Site Specific Assessment:a) Vyas Goofa The temple is located at distance of 3 km from main road and is not accessible by vehicle. The pathway to the temple is in bad condition and requires maintenance. Trained guides are required is needed to enlighten the tourist about the rich history and importance of the place. Directional signage to the destination is not adequate. More number of information signages highlighting the significance of the area is required. The status of Solid Waste Management is poor and needs a dedicated Solid Waste Management Plan to cater to the special needs of the place.
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b) Bandla Bandla can be developed into a popular picnic spot. It is located at a distance of 13km from Bilaspur town. It gives the majestic view of the Bilaspur city, Gobind Sagar lake and the snow clad Manali Valleys. There is a requirement of public facilities like drinking water and public toilets. At present its a plain site with no development; however this site has immense potential and it requires publicity and marketing to develop this area as a tourist destination. c) Govind Sagar Lake Gobind Sagar Lake over the Sutlej River is a huge reservoir and is the result of Bhakra Nangal, the worlds second highest gravity dam. It is a major landmark of Bilaspur District. It covers an area of 170 sq km and its length extends up to 90 km. The Lake has provision for boating but the numbers of such boats are low and it is available on an hourly basis. Public facilities like parking, drinking water and public convenience facility are required near the Lake. 2) INFRASTRUCTURE STATUS/AVAILABILITY BETWEEN BILASPUR TO MANDI Table 11: Infrastructure status/availability between Bilaspur and Mandi
Rating Parameters Distance in km Approach Road Components From Bilaspur Quality(A-C) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-C) Transport Wayside Amenities Modes used by Tourist Availability (A-C) Restaurants Availability Petrol Pump/ Service Centre availability Public convenience availability Direction Signages (inside the city to directing the tourist Sufficiency (A-C) Languages Mandi 66 Km. (Approx.) B Metalled NH-21 2 B Bus, Car A B B C B English (Required English and
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Parameters destinations) Land Ownership of the Site City/ Town Accommodation
Components Hindi) N.A. Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. C N.A. B N.A. N.A. No N.A.
Rating Mandi
Drinking Water facility Solid Waste Management Electricity Parking
Availability (A-C) Quality(A-C) A-C Supply(AC, Gen) Sufficiency (A-C) Availability of Land for Future parking Area of this land (approx) Available(Y/N) Quality(A-C) Availability (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Languages
Tourist Information Centers Trained Guides Information Signages
No (tourism offices in Mandi) B No B English (Required English and Hindi) C N.A. C A B N.A. N.A.
Seating/ Resting Public Convenience Shops/ Kiosks Street Lighting
Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C) Availability (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C)
This stretch lacks quality restaurants or hotels. Absence of any public facilities creates problem for the tourists. Signages and tourist information centres are required in this stretch to cater to the needs of the tourists. Dedicated parking spaces for tourists are also required in this stretch. Site Specific Assessment:d) Rewalsar Lake Rewalsar is an important pilgrimage. This lake is known for its floating island. The lake is also associated with Nag cult or serpent worshipping. 40 | P a g e
The direction signages to Rewalsar Lake are not adequate and require upgradation. Drinking water facility is not available in the site. Though public conveniences are available in the site but it has not been maintained and requires upgradation. Stress should be given on beautification and landscaping of the lake as well as the surrounding areas. More number of parking spaces is required on this stretch. e) Prashar Lake A three-tiered Pagoda-like temple dedicated to the sage lies by the lake - and he is regarded to have meditated here. No other temple in the Western Himalayas can rival the grandeur of the settings of Prashar Rishi. Direction signages, drinking water facility and public convenience are required near the Prashar Lake. Information signages highlighting the history of the Lake are also required. f) Barot Barot is a picnic spot and tourist location in Mandi district (66 km from Mandi, the district headquarters) in Himachal. Quality Hotels and restaurants are required in Barot. There is a PWD rest house which needs renovation and also the locals provide accommodation to the Tourist coming to Barot. Public Toilets and drinking water facility are also required near the picnic spot. 3) INFRASTRUCTURE STATUS/AVAILABILITY BETWEEN MANDI TO KULLU Table 12: Infrastructure status/availability between Mandi and Kullu
Rating Parameters Distance in km Approach Road Components From Mandi Quality(A-C) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-C) Transport Wayside Amenities Modes used by Tourist Availability (A-C) Restaurants Availability Kullu 70 Km. (Approx.) B (congested roads) Metalled NH-21 2 B Bus, Car & by Air A B
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Parameters
Components Petrol Pump/ Service Centre availability Public convenience availability Sufficiency (A-C) Languages B C B
Rating Kullu
English (Required English and Hindi) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. C N.A. B N.A. N.A. No N.A. No (tourism office in Kullu) B No B English (Required English and Hindi) C N.A. C A B N.A. N.A.
Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-C)
This stretch lacks quality restaurants and hotels. Even facilities like drinking water and public toilets are not available on this stretch. Parking spaces available in this stretch are less in number and more formalized are required on this stretch.
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Site Specific Assessment:g) Bhuntar Bhuntar is a town in the Kullu district of the state of Himachal Pradesh and it is the gateway to the towns of Kullu and Manali. Though there are hotels and restaurants in Bhuntar but their number is inadequate and a number of restaurants are required to accommodate the ever increasing tourist population coming to Kullu. h) Bishweshwar Temple, Bajaura Bishweshwar Temple belonging to the 8th century A.D. is embellished with wonderful carvings in stone and sculpture in the Shikhara style. This temple is situated about 200 metres from the village in a plain between the main road and the Beas river. Facilities like information centre, formalised parking spaces, and drinking water or public toilets are not available in or near the Gurdwara. Information signages highlighting the rich history of the temple is also required. Direction signages to the temple also require upgradation. 4) INFRASTRUCTURE STATUS/AVAILABILITY BETWEEN KULLU TO MANIKARAN Table 13: Infrastructure status/availability between Bilaspur and Mandi
Rating Parameters Distance in km Approach Road Components From Bhuntar (Kullu) Quality(A-C) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-C) Transport Wayside Amenities Modes used by Tourist Availability (A-C) Restaurants Availability Petrol Pump/ Service Centre availability Public convenience availability Sufficiency (A-C) Languages Manikaran Sahib 36 Km. (Approx.) C Metalled MDR-30 2 C Bus, Car & by Air C C C C B English (Required English and Hindi)
Direction Signages (inside the city to directing the tourist destinations)
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Parameters Land Ownership of the Site City/ Town Accommodation Type
Components N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. C N.A. B N.A. N.A. No N.A. Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-C)
Rating Manikaran Sahib
Yes (tourism office in Kullu) B No B English (Required English and Hindi) C N.A. C A B N.A. N.A.
The Gurdwara is located at a distance of 35km from Bhuntar. The road connecting Manikaran to Bhuntar is in a bad state and requires maintenance. Bus stand, parking, pedestrian walkways are also required in this destination. Solid waste disposal is a serious problem imposed by the growing number of tourist. Therefore a solid waste management system needs to be in place to take care of the growing problem of solid waste. Site Specific Assessment:a) Khirganga Khirganga is located at a distance of 26 km from Kullu and 10 km from Pulga in Kullu District. 44 | P a g e
It is an ideal base for trekking and mountaineering. Though accommodation is available but it requires maintenance and upgradation. Khirganga is not accessible by road and it is only open during summers. Drinking water facility and public toilets are required on the trekking route. b) Kasol The approach Road to Kasol is in a very bad condition and needs maintenance. Variety of Hotels and cafes are available in Kasol to cater to the needs of the tourists. However scarcity of formalized parking spaces, lack of drinking water facility and unavailability of public toilets are some of the problems faced by the tourists. c) Manikaran The Gurdwara is famous for Hot water springs which are believed to have medicinal value. The Gurdwara is facing a number of problems mainly relating infrastructure available in and near the Gurdwara. There is an urgent requirement of rain shed from Bus stand to the Gurdwara. Security near the Gurdwara is also required to be beefed up during festival seasons. The approach road is in a very bad state and requires immediate action. Public toilets are required near the Bus stand and the toilets available in the Gurdwara require Upgradation. 5) INFRASTRUCTURE STATUS/AVAILABILITY BETWEEN KULLU TO MANALI Table 14: Infrastructure status/availability between Bilaspur and Mandi
Parameters Distance in km Approach Road Components From Kullu Quality(A-C) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-C) Transport Wayside Amenities Modes used by Tourist Availability (A-C) Restaurants Availability Petrol Pump/ Service Centre availability Rating Manali 41 Km. (Approx.) C Metalled NH-21 2 B Bus, Car & by Air A B B
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Parameters
Components Public convenience availability C B English N.A. Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. C N.A. B N.A. N.A. No N.A. Yes B No B English C N.A. C A B N.A. N.A.
Rating Manali
Sufficiency (A-C) Languages
Availability (A-C) Quality(A-C) A-C Supply(AC, Gen) Sufficiency (A-C) Availability of Land for Future parking Area of this land (approx) Available(Y/N) Quality(A-C) Availability (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Languages Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C) Availability (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C) Sufficiency (A-C) Quality (A-C)
Tourist Information Centers Trained Guides Information Signages Seating/ Resting Public Convenience Shops/ Kiosks Street Lighting
This stretch is along the river Beas and offers a great view of the river Beas. There is immense scope of beautification along this stretch. This stretch also requires more number of quality restaurants and rest rooms for tourists. Site Specific Assessment:-
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d) Mall Road The Mall Road is located at the centre of Manali City. It is the hub of all the commercial activities in Manali. Mall Road being the centre of the city lacks some of the essential public facilities like public conveniences and drinking water. Tourist Information Centre is located in the Kunjum Hotel presently managed by HPTDC. A tourist information centre is also required near the Bus stand to facilitate the tourists coming to Manali. e) Hadimba Temple This temple, with a finely wrought four - tiered pagoda roof, dating back to 1553, is built around a natural cave, which enshrines the footprints of the goddess Hadimba. Every year in May a major festival is organized here. This place is a popular picnic spot among the tourists. Tourist Information centres, drinking water facility and public convenience facility is required near the temple. f) Rahalla Falls Beyond which is the Rohtang Pass, 51 kms from Manali. Located at a height of 3980m, the Pass once served as a crucial trade route, and still remains the gateway to the districts of Lahaul and Spiti. Facilities like drinking water facility and public conveniences facility are required near the falls. g) Vashisht Its one of the most beautiful temples in Manali and is located at a distance of 6 km from the Mall road. Public facilities are required near the Temple. Information signages highlighting the significance of the temple are required in the Gurdwara. More number of parking spaces is required near the Temple. h) Solang Valley Small shops and stores are available in Solang Valley. Replete with terrific picnic - spots, the amazing ski slopes here are full of hectic activity, come January - February. Facilities like drinking water and public toilets are required in Solang Valley. Special care shall be taken when proposing new projects.
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i) Naggar The Naggar Castle, a stone and wood structure built by Raja Sidh Singh over 500 years ago, has been converted in to a heritage hotel. The gracefully built castle has a temple in the courtyard and also houses a small museum. Drinking water facility and public convenience are required in Naggar.
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Chapter 6: Project Identification, Block Cost Estimate, Implementation & Funding

6.1 List of Projects Identified
Table 15: Projects, Indicative Cost, Implementing Agency and Existing Schemes
Location Project Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) Swarghat 0.1 0.3 0.2 0.1 Bilaspur Bilaspur Preservation of Govind Sagar Lake Parking for 50 cars Restaurant Public Toilets, Rest Room Drinking water supply Vyas Goofa Solid Waste Management and drinking water facility near Vyas Goofa Boating facility Drinking water supply Public Toilets Bandla Public Toilets Drinking water supply Restaurant- Capacity of 4050 20 0.1 0.3 0.3 0.1 0.1 HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD Public PPP PPP PPP Public Public PIDDC UIDSSMT PIDDC PIDDC UIDSSMT UIDSSMT Implementing Agency HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD Mode of Funding PPP PPP PPP Public Existing Schemes UIDSSMT PIDDC UIDSSMT PIDDC
Swarghat
Parking for 50 cars Restaurant- capacity of 3035 Public Toilets & Rest Rooms Drinking water Supply
Govind Sagar Lake
0.27 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.3 Mandi
HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
Public Public PPP PPP Public PPP
PIDDC PIDDC UIDSSMT UIDSSMT PIDDC PIDDC
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Location Mandi
Project Maintenance, Landscaping and Beautification of Lake and surrounding areas Multi level Parking for 1000 Solid Waste Management Tourist Reception Centre Public Toilets Drinking water supply Creation of Artificial Lake
Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) 5
Implementing Agency HPTDC/ PWD
Mode of Funding Public
Existing Schemes PIDDC
20 1 5 0.2 0.1 25 0.3 0.03 5 0.03 0.2 0.5 0.1 0.03 0.2 0.1 0.03 0.5 0.2 0.1 Kullu
HPTDC/ PWD Municipal Council HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
PPP Public Public PPP Public Public PPP Public PPP Public PPP Public Public Public PPP Public Public PPP PPP Public
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC. PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC UIDSSMT PIDDC PIDDC UIDSSMT PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC UIDSSMT
Rewalsar lake
Restaurants/ Motel Signages
Mandi
Multi Level Parking- 150200 Vehicles Signages Public Toilets Tourist Information centre Rest Rooms Drinking water Facility near Bus stand. Signages Public Toilets Drinking water Facility
Prashar Lake
Barot
Signages Restaurants for a capacity of 50- 75 Cars Public Toilets Drinking water Facility
Kullu
Parking and Landscaping at Kullu for 1000 vehicles
20
HPTDC/ PWD
PPP
PIDDC
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Location
Project Provision of basic amenities at marhi & Rohtang (By way of Parking lots, Toilets Blocks, Police Assistance Bootns, Medical Assistance Booths, Rescue Posts ad Kiosks) Beautification and construction of Parking at Kala Kendra, Kullu Development of pathway from Ramshila to Akhara Bazar, Kullu (by way of Installation of lamps, parks, benches, rainshelters, railing, fencing, view points , toilets & oathway with cobbled stone etc. Water Sports Centre at Pandoh, Mandi
Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) 2
Existing Schemes UIDSSMT
5.8
HPTDC/ PWD
PPP
UIDSSMT
4.5
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.9 Manikaran
HPTDC/ PWD
PPP
PIDDC
Manikaran
Flood Protection works (150m up stream and 50m down stream with stone wire crates RCC retaining walls breast walls etc.) Slate paving over basr concret an soiling in path Providing bath with natural hot water incoming and outgoing arrangements Providing ghats & steps along river parbati Restoration of restaurants & tourist caf Providing toilet block Providing solar lights Repair of existing bridge Landscaping 4 Nos toilet in various locations at Manikaran Bus stand/ Multilevel Parking
0.5
PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.2 0.25
PWD HPTDC/ PWD
Public Public
UIDSSMT UIDSSMT
0.15 0.25 0.3 0.1 0.2 0.35 0.32 15
HPTDC/ PWD PHPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD PWD
Public Public Public Public Public Public PPP PPP
PIDDC PIDDC UIDSSMT PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC UIDSSMT PIDDC
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Location
Project Solid Waste Management
Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) 0.3 0.2 0.1 0.25
Implementing Agency PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
Mode of Funding Public PPP Public PPP
Existing Schemes UIDSSMT PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Khirganga
Public Toilets, Rest Room and Drinking water Facility near Bus stand. Camping Facility/ Restaurants enroute to Khirganga Trained Guides Rain Shed, street lights and pedestrian walkways from Bust stand To Gurdwara
0.01 0.5
HPTDC/ PWD PWD
Public Public
Honar se Rozgar PIDDC
Bhuntar Kasol
Restaurant Parking for 35- 40 Vehicles
0.3 0.1 Banjar Area
HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
PPP PPP
PIDDC PIDDC
Banjar Area
Sohja Inspection Hut (by way of addition of two new sets by replacing the old out house building, camping site, 10 prefabricated huts, improvements of approach road, water supply and parking space development) Jibhi Forest Rest House (by way of camping site, 3 prefbricated huts, improvement of approach road, c/o tenting sites, toilets and baths, site developments and iother works at Jibhi waterfall) Banjar Forest Rest House (by way of improvements of approach road, camping site, 5 prefabricated huts) Lambri Track (by way of C/o foot track to Lambri Jot, Camping site, 5 prefabricated huts)
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.25
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.24
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.55
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
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Location
Project Bahu (Dev of campinh site at Bahu with camping site, 5 pre fabricated huts, developement and procurement of 3 prefabricated huts) Gada Gushaini (Camping site development with prefabricated huts) Trout Fishing Camps (Development of camping site, 9 prefabricated Huts at Deori for the easy approach to the Tirthan river for trout fishing Sainj (Development of camping site at Sainj, Development of tracks to Nani Shainshar etc.)
Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) 0.7
Existing Schemes PIDDC
0.5
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.6
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
Solang Valley and Rohtang Solang Valley and Rohtang Construction/ Repair of Trekking routes from Beas Nallah to Sagu water Fall and Construction of benches/ plat forms Construction/ repair of Bridle path from gulabo to Bhrigu Lake and Construction of benches/ plat forms. Construction/ repair of bridle path from Dhundhi to Beas Kund and construction of benches/ plat forms and C/O 3 Nos of Brodges enroute Construction of Pathway from Solang Valley to Anjani Mahadev Prefabricated Huts at Bakar Thach Camping site (5 Nos Huts @ 8.00 lac each) Parking for Art Gallery, Naggar 0.04 HPTDC/ PWD Public PIDDC
0.15
PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.35
PWD
Public
PIDDC
1.5
PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.4
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
Naggar
0.05
HPTDC/ PWD
PPP
PIDDC
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Location
Project Public Toilets Conservation and preservation of Murli Manohar Temple at Thawa, Kullu
Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) 0.15 0.23
Implementing Agency HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
Mode of Funding PPP Public
Existing Schemes UIDSSMT PIDDC
Manali
Convention centre , Manali and Multi Purpose hall on the existing Multi Storey parking near Fire station, Manali and parking near Gandhi Nagar, Shastri Nagar & Tikar Babli, Kullu Beautification of Mall, manali (The proposed pedestrian routes are being used by the tourists for visiting the different tourist places. These paths are being developed in order to facilitate tourists/ visitors as no movable transport system is allowed within this area Beautification of Ram bagh & landscaping of the Manu Rang Shala (Open Air theatre) in Ram Bagh Manali Light and Sound show Hadimba Temple (Management of the Temple with District Administration and land belogs to the Govt) Illumination/ lighting at Jalori, Kullu Tourist reception Centre at mandi High Mast Lights/ Illumination at KulluManali Development of Camping site and sports facilities at Raison, Kullu Toilets in various locations in entire circuit
HPTDC/ PWD
PPP
PIDDC
3.5
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
1.9
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
0.2 1 0.5
HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
Public Public Public
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
HPTDC/ PWD
PPP
PIDDC
HPTDC/ PWD
PPP
UIDSSMT
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Location
Project Garbage/ solid waste management & environment improvement in entire circuit Nature education Centre and Nature Parks at manali Beautification / Landscaping of circuit house chowk to log hut road, manali Green tax Toll barrier at Allo Ground and shuru Tourist Reception Centre at aloo Ground International standard free standing artificial climbing wall system in the mountaineering institute at Manali C/o parking and recreationcum- Tourist Facilitation centre at Bus stand Manali Improvement of street lght in MC area and Vashisht Panchayat Area Installation of Signages throughout the circuit 5/ 4 star Hotel Multi Level Parking for 400- 500 Cars Signages for the entire circuit Multi Level Parking Parking near Dussehra Ground- Capacity 150-200 Cars Parking Drinking water Public Toilet facility near the Temple Total (in Cr.)
Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) 1.5
Existing Schemes UDISSMT
1.15 0.45
HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
Public Public
PIDDC PIDDC
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
1.5
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
4.85
HPTDC/ PWD
PPP
PIDDC
0.82
HPTDC/ PWD
Public
PIDDC
50 10 2 5
HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
PPP PPP Public PPP
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Vashisht
0.5 0.1 0.1 240.75
HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD HPTDC/ PWD
PPP Public Public
PIDDC UIDSSMT UIDSSMT
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Proposed Breakup of Investments: Public Sector Public Private Partnership : 91.73 Crores
: 149.02 Crores
6.2 PPP Bifurcation of the Identified Projects

Table below shows the PPP bifurcation of the identified projects. Table 16: PPP Bifurcation of the Projects
Location Swarghat Project Parking for 50 cars Restaurant- capacity of 3035 Public Toilets & Rest Rooms Bilaspur Parking for 50 cars Restaurant Public Toilets, Rest Room Govind Sagar Lake Bandla Public Toilets Public Toilets Restaurant- Capacity of 4050 Multi level Parking for 1000 Public Toilets Rewalsar lake Mandi Restaurants/ Motel Multi Level Parking- 150200 Vehicles Public Toilets Public Toilets Restaurants for a capacity of 50- 75 Cars Public Toilets Parking and Landscaping at Kullu for 1000 vehicles Beautification and construction of Parking at Kala Kendra, Kullu Water Sports Centre at Pandoh, Mandi 4 Nos toilet in various locations at Manikaran Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) 0.1 0.3 0.2 0.1 0.3 0.3 0.2 0.2 0.3 20 0.2 0.3 5 0.2 0.2 0.5 0.2 20 5.8 Mode of Funding PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP Public Funds 0.025 0.075 0.050 0.025 0.075 0.075 0.050 0.050 0.075 5.000 0.050 0.075 1.250 0.050 0.050 0.125 0.050 5.000 1.450 Private Investments 0.075 0.225 0.150 0.075 0.225 0.225 0.150 0.150 0.225 15.000 0.150 0.225 3.750 0.150 0.150 0.375 0.150 15.000 4.350
Mandi
Prashar Lake Barot
Kullu
0.9 0.32
PPP PPP
0.225 0.080
0.675 0.240
Manikaran
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Location
Project Bus stand/ Multilevel Parking Public Toilets, Rest Room and Camping Facility/ Restaurants enroute to Khirganga Restaurant Parking for 35- 40 Vehicles Parking for Art Gallery, Naggar Public Toilets Convention centre , Manali and Multi Purpose hall on the existing Multi Storey parking near Fire station, Manali and parking near Gandhi Nagar, Shastri Nagar & Tikar Babli, Kullu Development of Camping site and sports facilities at Raison, Kullu Toilets in various locations in entire circuit C/o parking and recreationcum- Tourist Facilitation centre at Bus stand Manali 5/ 4 star Hotel Multi Level Parking for 400500 Cars Multi Level Parking Parking near Dussehra GroundCapacity 150-200 Cars
Indicative Cost (Rs. Cr.) 15 0.2 0.25
Mode of Funding PPP PPP PPP
Public Funds 3.750 0.050 0.063
Private Investments 11.250 0.150 0.188
Khirganga
Bhuntar Kasol Naggar
0.3 0.1 0.05 0.15 5
PPP PPP PPP PPP PPP
0.075 0.025 0.013 0.038 1.250
0.225 0.075 0.038 0.113 3.750
Manali
1 1 4.85
PPP PPP PPP
0.250 0.250 1.213
0.750 0.750 3.638
50 10 5
PPP PPP PPP
12.500 2.500 1.250
37.500 7.500 3.750
Vashisht
Parking Total (in Cr)
0.5 149.02
PPP
0.125 37.255
0.375 111.765
6.3 Estimated Employment Generation

The proposed investments at the tourist destinations and the circuits are expected to generate employment the figures of which have been estimated on a district level because of the direct and indirect nature of employment generation from these investments. To estimate the number of employment generated an investment multiplier of 78 jobs per million investments is taken. 57 | P a g e
Table 17: Estimated employment generation for Kullu- Manali circuit

Location Bilaspur Mandi Kullu Total Investment (Rs. Cr.) 22.77 63.62 154.36 240.75 Estimated Employment Generation 17761 49624 120401
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Identification of Tourism Circuits across India

Interim Report Phase I HIMACHAL PRADESH

Chapter 2: Brief on the State........................................................................................................................................... 10

Chapter 3: Initial Screening of the Circuits ............................................................................................................... 26

Chapter 4: Stakeholders Consultations and Selection of Tourist Circuits ................................................... 28

1.2 Objectives of the Study

1.3 Approach and Methodology

Initial Screening of Tourist Circuits

Short listing of the Circuits

Carrying Capacity Assessment

Detailed Infrastructure Gap Assessment

Identification of Prospective Projects with Block Cost Estimates

Based on Stakeholder Consultations Reconnaissance survey

1.4 Key Findings

1.5 Structure of the Report

Chapter 2: Brief on the State

Figure 2: District Map of Himachal Pradesh

2.2 Tourism in the State

Table 1: Tourist Arrival in Himachal Pradesh- Domestic and Foreign

% Growth (2009/10) Domestic 16.6 Foreign 13.2

Figure 8: Tourist Places in Himachal Pradesh

OTHER INTERESTING PLACES OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

2.3 Religious Places In Himachal Pradesh

Wildlife Parks in Himachal Pradesh

2.4 Infrastructure and Connectivity

Source: India Tourism Statistics 2010

2.5 Existing Tourism Circuits

Chapter 3: Initial Screening of the Circuits

3.2 Key Parameters

Chapter 4: Stakeholders Consultations and Selection of Tourist Circuits

4.3 Ranked List of Circuits

Table 4: Major sites in the Circuit: Chandigarh to Manali

Bilaspur Bilaspur Bilaspur Bilaspur Bilaspur

4.4 Carrying Capacity Analysis

Aggregate Peak Density

Carrying Capacity Density

Available Capacity = Carrying Capacity Existing Load

I. Calculation of Existing Load (LEXISTING)

Measuring and Evaluating Carrying Capacity in European Tourism

Table 7: Social and Demographic Indicators

Table 8: Political Economic Indicators

Table 9: Evaluation Criterion for Physical and Ecological Indicators

Physical Ecological Indicators Water Waste Management Cultural & Heritage

Chapter 5: Existing Infrastructure Status of the Priority Circuit

Parameters destinations) Land Ownership of the Site City/ Town Accommodation

Drinking Water facility Solid Waste Management Electricity Parking

Tourist Information Centers Trained Guides Information Signages

Seating/ Resting Public Convenience Shops/ Kiosks Street Lighting

Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-C)

Drinking Water facility Solid Waste Management Electricity Parking

Tourist Information Centers Trained Guides Information Signages

Seating/ Resting Public Convenience Shops/ Kiosks Street Lighting

Direction Signages (inside the city to directing the tourist destinations)

Parameters Land Ownership of the Site City/ Town Accommodation Type

Rating Manikaran Sahib

Drinking Water facility Solid Waste Management Electricity Parking

Tourist Information Centers Trained Guides Information Signages

Seating/ Resting Public Convenience Shops/ Kiosks Street Lighting

Sufficiency (A-C) Languages

Drinking Water facility Solid Waste Management Electricity Parking

Chapter 6: Project Identification, Block Cost Estimate, Implementation & Funding

Govind Sagar Lake