Dharamshala, Oct. 17 -- With the completion of formalities for selecting an operator to manage water sports activities at a designated zone in Pong Dam, one of India's largest man-made reservoirs located in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district, tourists will soon be able to enjoy thrilling water-based experiences, including Shikara rides, floating bird-watching decks.

The Kangra Water Sports and Allied Activities Society has selected an operator to run water sports activities at a specific zone in the dam for these adventures. Tourists will soon be able to enjoy Shikara rides and pedal boating, along with a floating bird-watching deck for recreational purposes.

Tourism department officials said that these activities will be conducted in a...