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By Susheel Sing Charak
Jammu: The Directorate of Tourism Jammu, under the visionary guidance of Commissioner Secretary Ms. Yasha Mudgal, IAS, is pioneering a groundbreaking endeavor to invigorate adventure tourism and empower youth in the region. The initiative, a Special Combined Paragliding Course, aims to cultivate local talent and elevate Jammu as a premier adventure tourism destination.
Flagging off a group of 25 enthusiastic participants from Railway Station Jammu, this initiative, scheduled from March 12 to March 28, 2024, encompasses a 17-day training program covering three levels – Basic, Intermediate, and Advance (P1, P2, & P3) level, catering to diverse skill sets.
The training, taking place at the NIMAS Training Area in Seppa, Arunachal Pradesh, is renowned for adventure sports education and represents a significant milestone in the tourism sector. Ms. Yasha Mudgal (IAS), Commissioner Secretary Tourism, emphasized Jammu’s potential as an adventure tourism hotspot, underlining the importance of capitalizing on this burgeoning market.
Joint Director, while briefing the Secretary Tourism, highlighted the significance of nurturing local talent, emphasizing how this initiative will contribute to the overall development of Jammu region as a prime adventure tourism destination.
This paragliding course aligns with the government’s vision to promote adventure tourism and position the region as a premier destination. Participants expressed gratitude to the Tourism Department for the initiative and conveyed hopes for its transformative impact on adventure tourism, envisioning a future where Jammu becomes a global hub for thrill-seekers and adventurers alike.
In collaboration with the Indian Kayaking & Canoeing Association (IKCA) and Jammu Adventure Sports Association (JASA), the Directorate of Tourism, Jammu, has conducted comprehensive water surveys across all districts of Jammu Division. These surveys have yielded valuable recommendations, pinpointing specific locations for activities like paragliding and water-based activities, further enhancing adventure tourism offerings in the region.
