(a) the number of Himalayan Peaks so far opened for trekking;
(b) whether the Government has recently opened a large number of Himalayan peaks for trekking;
(c) if so, the details thereof and the number of additional trekkers expected in the coming years;
(d) whether the proposal would help to boost the foreign tourist arrivals and improve the ‘adventure tourism’ in the country; and
(e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM (SHRI SULTAN AHMED)
(a) to (e): The Government of India has given security clearance for opening of 104
additional peaks in Jammu and Kashmir (Leh area) subject to stipulations and
clearances from the State Government authorities, Ministry of Home Affairs, and
other agencies concerned as per prescribed procedure. The opening of additional
peaks will help in positioning India as leading adventure tourism destination.