Shimla, Dec. 24 -- With tourism picking up momentum in the winter season, Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today inaugurated the Shimla Winter Carnival at the historic Ridge, underlining the state government's focus on promoting Himachal Pradesh as a safe, vibrant and culturally rich destination for visitors.
Organised by the Shimla Municipal Corporation, the Winter Carnival opened with a colourful cultural parade featuring folk troupes from all districts of Himachal Pradesh, offering a vivid glimpse of the state's diverse traditions, music and dance forms.
The event drew large participation from residents as well as tourists, adding festive cheer to the 'Queen of Hills'.
After inaugurating the carnival, the Chief Minister vi...