Shimla, Jan. 21 -- In a major boost to air connectivity and tourism in Himachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated heli taxi services connecting Shimla with Kullu, Reckong Peo (Kinnaur) and Chandigarh. The services were formally flagged off from the Sanjouli Heliport in the state capital.

The heli taxi operations are being run under the Government of India's UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik) scheme in partnership with Heritage Aviation, aimed at improving regional connectivity in hilly and remote areas.

Addressing mediapersons after flagging off the service, the Chief Minister said tourism occupies a central place in the state government's priorities, and the new heli services would add a fresh dimensio...