Shimla's Winter Carnival Dazzles Tourists, CM Sukhu Inaugurates 'Drug-Free State' Event

• Shimla's nine-day winter carnival, themed 'Drug-Free State', was inaugurated by CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Mall Road and Ridge.
• The carnival features folk dances, Christmas trees, winter-themed selfie points, and performances by artists like Payal Thakur and Rohanpreet Singh.
• Despite no snow, the event creates a winterland feel with lighting and snow-depicting selfie points, attracting tourists to Shimla, Dharamshala, and Manali.
• CM Sukhu emphasized Himachal Pradesh's natural beauty, cultural heritage, and efforts to boost tourism, interacting with tourists to ensure their comfort.
• A similar Kangra Valley Carnival, inaugurated by Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri in Dharamshala, promotes cultural heritage and a drug-free Himachal, with events like a marathon and literature festival planned.

Why It Matters: Shimla and Kangra host vibrant winter carnivals promoting tourism, culture, and a drug-free Himachal.