Tourists flock to Himachal after state relaxes Covid curbs

Relaxations in Covid curbs in Himachal Pradesh saw those from neighbouring states plan quick getaways to the hilly terrains to get a respite from the soaring temperatures.

Himachal Pradesh is seeing a rush of tourists after the state government decided to do away with the requirement of a negative RT-PCR report.

The Parwanoo border where those who have to enter the state have to get registered saw hordes of vehicles lined up.


The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet on Friday decided to increase timings of opening of shops from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from June 14, except on weekends when the shops would remain closed.

The state will do away with the requirement of a mandatory RT-PCR report for entering the state. However, the curfew in the state will continue daily from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Tourism is a major contributor to the state's economy. The second wave had hit the tourist inflow.