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Prime Minister Narendra Modi pitched for promoting round-the-year tourism in Uttarakhand to strengthen its economy. (PTI Photo)
Speaking at a rally in Harsil, Uttarakhand, Modi emphasized that Uttarakhand should not have an off-season for tourism. (PTI Photo)
The prime minister also performed 'Ganga aarti' at the Mukhwa Devi temple. (PTI Photo)
Mukhwa is a village located on the way to the Gangotri temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga. (PTI Photo)
He also enjoyed the morning view of the distant snowclad peaks surrounding the area. (PTI Photo)
Addressing the rally, PM Modi spoke about the approval of two new ropeway projects by the Union Cabinet — Sonprayag to Kedarnath and Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji, which will cut travel time to just 30 minutes. (PTI Photo)
PM Modi pointed out that year-round tourism would help create job opportunities, particularly for the youth of Uttarakhand. (PTI Photo)
Modi urged people to visit Uttarakhand during winter, noting that while the rest of the country is shrouded in fog, the state enjoys clear, sunny weather. (PTI Photo)
He proposed a “360-degree approach to tourism,” which would encompass all-season attractions and promote the state as a diverse year-round destination. (PTI Photo)
The Prime Minister concluded his visit by flagging off a trek and bike rally. (PTI Photo)
