Srinagar, June 21: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has constituted committees for the development of world-class winter sports infrastructure in Gulmarg (Baramulla) and Sonamarg (Ganderbal).
According to the Government Order issued by the General Administration Department, these committees have been tasked with making recommendations for the development of the two tourist destinations as international winter sports hubs. The focus will be on providing winter sports facilities, including skiing, enhancing accessibility and amenities, and ensuring environmental sustainability.
For Gulmarg, the committee will be headed by the Deputy Commissioner Baramulla as Chairperson, the Managing Director of J&K Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) as Member Secretary, and the Chief Executive Officer of the Gulmarg Development Authority as Member.
For Sonamarg, the committee will be chaired by the Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, with the Managing Director of JKCCC serving as Member, and the Chief Executive Officer of the Sonamarg Development Authority acting as Member Secretary.
Each committee has been instructed to submit a detailed report with recommendations within one month from the date of its formation. (JKNS)
