Srinagar, Feb. 23 -- The chief minister also said a helicopter would be available throughout the year in Gulmarg for heli-skiing and safari.

"We are in talks with some private investors who are ready to create more skiing infrastructure in Gulmarg. Talks are on and if there is a good proposal which would create new infrastructure, we will work on it," Abdullah told reporters at the hill station in north Kashmir's Baramulla district.

He said some other plans were underway by the Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation to develop new cable car projects.

"This year, we have not had much snow. But, still, skiers are enjoying here and from today, heli-skiing will start. They can also have a tour of the scenic beauty in a helicopter. This ti...