Dharamshala, Jan. 31 -- The land at the Billing paragliding take-off site in Kangra's popular adventure tourism hub of Bir-Billing has been diverted to the state tourism department, paving the way for the infrastructure upgrades at the site.

The take-off site was earlier located on forest land. Now, around 24 kanals of land have been diverted to the tourism department, which plans to develop the area, strengthen infrastructure, and ensure strict implementation of safety norms.

Bir-Billing, renowned for its excellent thermals and breathtaking scenery, attracts thousands of paragliding enthusiasts every year. Known as the paragliding capital of India, it ranks among the top paragliding sites in the world. The second Paragliding World Cup ...