Dehradun, Feb. 15 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Auli, 13 Feb: The pristine slopes of Auli came alive today as the much-anticipated Auli National Skiing Championship & Winter Carnival 2026 was officially inaugurated in a grand ceremony near the Ski Lift in Chamoli district. The four-day extravaganza (February 13-16, 2026), organised by the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board in collaboration with the District Administration, Chamoli, and Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN), promises a thrilling mix of high-adrenaline winter sports, adventure activities, and vibrant cultural celebrations against the breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayas.

Tourism Minister Satpal Maharaj, the Chief Guest, lit the ceremonial lamp to mark the opening, accompanied b...