In view of the dangers of monsoon in Himachal Pradesh, adventure activities have been completely banned. As per government orders, paragliding, river rafting, water sports and adventure activities will not be allowed from July 15 to September 15.
Along with this, instructions have been given by the district administration to remove the camping sites around the river drains so that there is no loss of life and property due to sudden floods around the river drains during the monsoon season. Advisory orders have been issued from.
Ban on adventure activities
Deputy Director Tourism and Civil Aviation Department Mandi Manoj Kumar said that adventure activity has been banned under the Tourism Development and Registration Act, 2002. No one will be allowed to do these activities during this period, because doing so can be risky. He said that if any person is found involved in organizing illegal and unauthorized adventure activities, then action will be taken against them as per the provisions of the law. Strict action will be taken.
It rained heavily in many areas of Himachal Pradesh last night. Even today the weather remains bad in other parts including Shimla. Light rain has been recorded in Shimla. Meteorological Center Shimla has issued an orange alert of heavy rain in many districts of the state today.
Heavy rain alert for these districts
The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert of heavy to very heavy rain in Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Solan and Sirmaur districts. Yellow alert has been issued for Chamba, Kullu, Mandi and Shimla. There is no alert for Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti districts. The department has advised local people and tourists to stay away from rivers and streams during the rainy season.