SaralnamaWater sports activities are set to begin in Pong Lake, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. The final approval from the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports in Manali is pending. Tourists will soon enjoy water scooters, kayaking, boating, and other exciting water activities. The district administration's technical committee has completed equipment inspections. The tourism department hopes to receive approval next week. They aim to make Pong Lake a major water sports hub in Himachal, offering short courses for tourists. Permission for silent cruise boats in the wildlife sanctuary area of the lake is also being sought to minimize environmental impact. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 13:48 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Water sports activities are set to begin in Pong Lake, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- The final approval from the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports in Manali is pending
- Tourists will soon enjoy water scooters, kayaking, boating, and other exciting water activities