In an attempt to boost tourism in Ladakh, the first BJP Lok Sabha member from this region has asked for better air connectivity especially for tourists from Gujarat.
"There is a lot of scope and potential for promoting domestic tourism in Leh and Srinagar which needs to be tapped," Parliament Member Thupstan Chhewang told PTI here after meeting Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju Pusapati.
During the meeting, which took place last evening, Chhewang, who was earlier elected as an Independent MP from Ladakh Lok Sabha seat, said there was a lot of flow of tourists from Gujarat.
"I have requested the Civil Aviation Minister for starting a direct flight which connects Leh and Srinagar to Gujarat," he said.
Chhewang said more flights to Leh and Srinagar will help in boosting tourism and generating employment in the state.
03/06/14 Outlook
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"There is a lot of scope and potential for promoting domestic tourism in Leh and Srinagar which needs to be tapped," Parliament Member Thupstan Chhewang told PTI here after meeting Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju Pusapati.
During the meeting, which took place last evening, Chhewang, who was earlier elected as an Independent MP from Ladakh Lok Sabha seat, said there was a lot of flow of tourists from Gujarat.
"I have requested the Civil Aviation Minister for starting a direct flight which connects Leh and Srinagar to Gujarat," he said.
Chhewang said more flights to Leh and Srinagar will help in boosting tourism and generating employment in the state.
03/06/14 Outlook
