Chamera Lake: A Lake Surrounded by Beautiful Green Trees and Exquisite Valleys

May 2, 2023

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Chamera Lake is the most beautiful lake in the Chamba district near Dalhousie, which attracts tourists immensely with its charm.

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Chamera Lake is situated at a distance of 25 km from Dalhousie at an altitude of 1700 meters which is actually a reservoir formed by the Chamera Dam.

Chamera Lake is a popular tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh, where tourists like to travel frequently. Chamera Lake is a major source of water supply for the villagers here and is fed by the Ravi River. Chamera is an artificial lake surrounded by beautiful green trees and exquisite valleys.

The lake provides opportunities for various water sports such as boat riding and fishing and the lake is a part of the Chamera hydroelectric project which is built on the Ravi River.

The lake is situated at an altitude of 763 meters above sea level and is easily accessible from Chamba. This lake is only 25 to 35 km away from the main market of Dalhousie.

Chamera Lake provides irrigation facilities to the villagers who live in and around the lake area. If you are going to visit Chamba Valley or Dalhousie then you must include this lake in your list.

Important and interesting facts About Chamera Lake

The most important thing about Chamera Lake is that there is a fluctuation in day and night temperatures in this area. The temperature rises up to 35 centigrade during the day and drops down to a minimum of 18 centigrade at night. Also, the absence of aquatic life in the lake makes it an ideal place for water sports.
Chamera is an artificial man-made lake, set amidst a picturesque backdrop with lush green valleys. This lake is a major part of the hydroelectric project and the Chamera Dam. Chamera Dam is at an altitude of 1700 meters.
Chamera Lake is a major source of water for water needs and irrigation for the villagers. This lake is devoid of aquatic life.
The lake is famous among tourists for water sports like kayaking, canoeing, motor boating, paddle boating, river rafting, etc.
Due to its beautiful climate, the lake is an ideal place for picnics during all months of the year.

What can you do in this Lake?

Chamera Lake is full of water sports like motor boating and river rafting provided by
Himachal Pradesh Tourism Department.
Tourists can do boating in this lake.
The environment around the lake here is great for photography.
Tourists can have a picnic here on the banks of the lake.

Best time to visit Chamera Lake

Although the weather in this region remains cool and pleasant throughout the year. But the best time to visit Chamera Lake is during the months of March to June. Also, one should avoid coming here during the monsoon season due to heavy rainfall.

How To Reach Chamera Lake

How to reach by Flight

If you want to travel by air to Chamba, the nearest airports are Pathankot (120 km), Amritsar (220 km), Kangra (172 km) and Chandigarh (400 km). Buses and cabs are easily available to take you from all these airports to Chamba.

How to Lake by Road

HRTC (Himachal Road Transport Corporation) runs regular buses from the neighboring states of Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab. Which passes through the major cities of the state, Pathankot, Shimla, Kangra, Solan, and Dharamshala.

How To Reach By Train

The nearest railway station is at Pathankot, which is about 120 km from Chamba. Buses and taxis are very easily available from Pathankot to Chamba. Alternatively, you can also take a train till Chandigarh or New Delhi and then travel by bus or cab.

Chamera Lake Google Map

Now the Entrance Exam for BEd will be Held on June 15, Schedule Changed due to Administrative Reasons

May 2, 2023

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The examination schedule for B.Ed in Himachal Pradesh University has been reshuffled due to administrative reasons. Now, you can apply online for admission in B.Ed till May 30.

Along with this, their verification will be done from May 31 to June 1. After that, there will be an entrance exam for this on June 15, while the result of the BAA entrance exam will be declared on July 6.

Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) has invited applications for 8500 seats in a two-year B.Ed course for the upcoming session. For this, the university has issued a notification on the website.

The university has released its respective schedule. According to the earlier schedule released for admission in the new session in all 73 B.Ed colleges affiliated to HPU’s Education Department, B.Ed College Dharamshala, and University, the entrance examination was to be held on May 31.

Controller of Examinations, Himachal Pradesh University, Dr JS Negi said that 85 percent of seats in Himachal Pradesh University and its affiliated B.Ed colleges would be reserved for native Himachalis.

15% of seats will be filled by students from other states. For this, students of Jammu and Kashmir will also be able to apply. Seats will be filled keeping in mind the merit in private and government colleges only on the basis of entrance test. The prospectus has been made available on the website by HPU.

Orange Alert due to Rain in Shimla, IMD Issued this Warning

May 2, 2023

Due to heavy rains in Shimla, IMD has issued Orange Alert for three days. Himachal Pradesh IMD chief Surendra Paul told that we have issued the orange alert and issued heavy rain warning for next 2-3 days in some areas.

Himachal Pradesh | Heavy rain lashes Shimla, IMD issues orange alert for three days. (01.05) pic.twitter.com/KQlJiEhl8V

— ANI (@ANI) May 1, 2023

We have issued an orange alert, & in some areas we have issued heavy rainfall warnings for next 2-3 days. In last 24 hours, it rained all over the state, with Kangra receiving maximum rainfall. There have been reports of hailstorms in Shimla & Jubbal. Rain will continue for next… pic.twitter.com/eYKHqbbuig

— ANI (@ANI) May 1, 2023

The IMD chief informed that in the last 24 hours, it rained across the state, with Kangra receiving the maximum rainfall. There have been reports of hailstorm in Shimla and Jubbal. The rains will continue for the next 48 hours. Due to the rain, there was a huge drop in the temperature.

State’s first heliport will be built in Palampur, Agriculture University will be constructed with nine crores

May 2, 2023

Shimla: The way for the first heliport in Himachal Pradesh has been paved. For the convenience of the people, the state government has made preparations to build a heliport in every district, and in this series the first heliport will be built in Palampur.

For this, the land available in the Agricultural University campus has been transferred to the tourism department and now there is a possibility of starting the construction of the heliport soon.

Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu said that a detailed project report in this regard would be prepared soon. The proposed land for the heliport is located at Chaudhary Saravan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University, which is located at a distance of three kilometers from Palampur town.

He said that about nine crore rupees would be spent on the construction of the heliport. The CM said that the state government is developing Palampur as an information technology hub and tourism activities in district Kangra will get a new direction through this heliport.

Sukhu said that the State Government was making efforts to construct heliports near all the district headquarters with a view to reduce the travel time for tourists.

All the district deputy commissioners have been instructed to mark land for the construction of heliports in their respective areas. He said that this would not only boost tourism in the state but would also help in emergency situations. This will also help in airlifting patients in medical emergency.

The site of the heliport is about three kilometers from Palampur and it is likely to cost nine crore rupees for its construction. According to the information, the provision of the budget for the construction of the heliport is with the government, and in such a situation, this heliport will soon be available to the people.

After the formation of the new government in the state, during the visit of Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu to Palampur on March 8, along with providing all the information in this context, the land available with the Agricultural University and the correspondence being done with the tourism department regarding this scheme was also told about.

Chief Minister Sukhu had entrusted the responsibility of further activities in this context to his Principal Advisor Gokul Butail.

On March 11, under the leadership of Gokul Butail, the next action was initiated by visiting the possible site of the heliport with the concerned officials and now the way for the construction of the heliport has been cleared with the transfer of land.

Airport facility is available in Gaggal. In this situation, the construction of heliport in Palampur will benefit the tourists coming to places like Baijnath, Bir-Billing and Chamunda. A heliport will be constructed on an area of about 3.17 hectares and this will create new possibilities for tourism development.

Chief Minister Sukhwinder Sukhu said that Kangra is being developed as the tourism capital of the state and efforts are being made to further strengthen the infrastructure to promote tourism in the district.

He said that the work of expansion of Kangra airport is in progress and the length of runway will be increased from 1372 meters to 3010 meters so that bigger aircraft can also land here.

He said that the development of tourism facilities is expected to increase tourist traffic and generate more employment opportunities for the youth.

This Beautiful Lake in Kangra is Surrounded by Lush Green Deodar Trees

May 1, 2023

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Dal Lake is located in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, which is named after Dal Lake in Kashmir. This lake is one of the most popular tourist places in Himachal Pradesh.

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Tourists and nature lovers throng here throughout the day to see the attractions. Dal Lake in Dharamshala is a very special place to spend a peaceful time and watch the fishes.

Dal Lake is a small-medium altitude lake (1,775 m above sea level), situated at a distance of 11 km from Dharamshala near the village of Tota Rani on Mcleodganj Naddi road in Kangra Himachal Pradesh.

Dal Lake is 2 km towards west from McLeodGanj. The lake is surrounded by lush green forests of deodar, Dal Lake is famous for its beauty and pilgrimage centre. The area around Dal Lake is a natural paradise.

The area of the lake is around one hectare (i.e. 10,000 square metres). A famous Lord Shiva temple is situated on the banks of Dal Lake, which is considered very sacred and is 200 years old. According to a legend, a sage named Durvasa worshiped Lord Shiva here.

If you are going to visit the famous Dal Lake of Himachal Pradesh or are excited to know about it, then definitely read this article completely –

What to do at Dal Lake in Dharamshala

A trip to Dal Lake can prove to be very special for you as you can do a lot of things while visiting the lake like enjoying a picnic, trekking, taking pictures of the beautiful hills with a panoramic view, and gazing at the lush green forest.

In the winter season, this place is filled with snow which can be seen above the trees, which provides a spectacular view of nature.
Spending a peaceful afternoon by the lake and watching the fishes is surely one of the most peaceful activities to do here.
Tourists visiting Dal Lake can also visit the beautiful Shiva temple located here. A fair is also held near this temple.
Boating is one of the most popular activities in Dal Lake, which gives you a breathtaking view of the hills during sunset.
Here you can also go fishing in the lake after taking permission from the authority.

What is the best time to visit Dal Lake

If you want to go boating in Dal Lake located in Dharamshala, then the best time to visit here is between May to October, during this time the weather is quite favorable and pleasant.

The place is completely covered with snow during the winter season and it becomes quite difficult to spend a peaceful time here. Boating here also remains closed during winters.

How to Reach Dal Lake

How to Reach by Rail

An overnight train journey is a good option to reach Dal Lake Dharamshala. The nearest major railway station is at Pathankot, 85 km away. Many trains going to Jammu and Kashmir stop at Pathankot.

You can take a taxi or bus from Pathankot to reach Dharamshala. There is also a small railway station, Kangra Mandir, just 22 km from Dharamshala, but no important trains stop here.

How To Reach By Car

Taxis are available at Gaggal Airport and Pathankot Railway Station to Dal Lake or Dharamshala. It takes approximately 3 hours to reach Dharamshala from Pathankot.

Delhi to Chandigarh, Kiratpur, and Bilaspur can take around 12-13 hours. Many luxury buses ply from Delhi and Shimla to Dharamshala.

How to Reach by Bus

Traveling to Dharamshala by bus to Dal Lake can prove to be a good option. Dharamshala is well connected to Delhi and many cities in North India through state-operated buses as well as private bus operator network. Delhi to Dharamshala is approximately 520 kilometers away.

How to Reach Air

If you want to travel by air to Dal Lake Dharamshala, then let us tell you that the nearest airport is located at Gaggal, about 13 kilometers from Dharamshala.

Gaggal Airport connects Dharamshala to Delhi with the help of Air India and Spice Jet flights.

If you are coming from any other part of India then the best option would be to take a flight to Chandigarh and book a taxi for your journey to Dharamshala, which is approximately 275 kms away.

Dal Lake Google Map

CBSE 10th & 12th result to be declared next Week

May 1, 2023

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The results of the 10th and 12th annual examination 2023 can be released by the Central Board of Secondary Education next week. The evaluation of answer sheets of the CBSE 10th examinations has been completed on April 20, 2023.

Now the evaluation of answer sheets of the CBSE 12th exam has also been completed. In such a situation, board results can be declared within a week. However, the date of releasing the result from the CBSE board has not been decided yet.

But it is expected that the results can be released in the next one week i.e. in the first week of May.

After the declaration of CBSE class 10, and 12 exam results, candidates will be able to check by visiting the official website of the board, cbseresults.nic.in and cbse.gov.in.

CBSE Result Marksheet will be available in DigiLocker like previous years this year also. It is believed that after the declaration of CBSE 12th result, the 10th result will be released.

However, in case the results are ready, the results of both classes can be released on the same day. Let us tell you that about 38 lakh students had appeared in the CBSE 10th, and 12th examination this year.

Heavy rains in Shimla after 17 years and the maximum temperature in April was the lowest in 10 years

May 1, 2023

Shimla: In Himachal Pradesh, it rained for the second time in the last 20 years in April. After 17 years, Shimla received the highest rainfall in 24 hours, while the maximum mercury in April was recorded as the lowest in 10 years.

From April 1 to 30 this year, the state received 63 percent more rainfall than normal. Earlier, in the year 2021, 70 and 50 percent more rains were recorded in 2019.

Shimla received 54 mm of rain on Saturday night and Sunday. Earlier in the year 2006, there was 56 mm of rain. On Sunday, Shimla received heavy hailstorm along with light rain.

In the afternoon there was darkness in the city for some time. The second highest rainfall in 24 hours in Shimla from 2007 to 2022 was 52 mm in the year 2017.

Whereas, most of the days of April were spent in cold weather this year. In the capital Shimla, on April 17 this year, the maximum temperature was recorded at 25.9 degrees. Earlier it used to go above 28 degrees. This was the highest mercury recorded in April this year.

On other days, the maximum temperature remained below 20 degrees on average. This year, the record maximum temperature of 25.9 degrees Celsius was the lowest in April in the last ten years.

Earlier in the year 2013, the highest maximum temperature was recorded at 23.9 degree during April.

From 2014 to 2022, the maximum mercury remained above 26 degrees. This time in the plain districts of Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, and Kangra, the maximum temperature did not even reach 40 degrees. The maximum temperature in Una हद reached 43 degrees last year.

In most of the high altitude areas including the capital Shimla, jackets and sweaters have to be worn to protect against the cold.

Due to the cold, dozens of patients suffering from cold and fever are reaching the hospitals daily for treatment.

During April last year, there was 89 percent less rainfall than normal. This was the least rainfall recorded in the last 19 years.

Clouds rained more than normal in all districts in April – Himachal Pradesh received 63 percent more rain than normal in April this year. It rained more than normal in all the districts of the state. During this period, 64 mm of rain has been considered normal. In April this year, it received 104.1 mm of rain.

201 percent above normal in district Bilaspur, 36 in Chamba, 114 in Hamirpur, 90 in Kangra, 39 in Kinnaur, 112 in Kullu, two in Lahaul-Spiti, 141 in Mandi, 161 in Shimla, 116 in Sirmaur, 187 in Solan and Una received 26 percent excess rainfall.

Toll Tax- Digital & Cash payment facility will be available on Kiratpur-Nerchowk four-lane from June

May 1, 2023

Shimla:Toll tax collection will start on the Kiratpur-Nerchowk four-lane from June and the drivers will also have to lose their pockets.

Vehicles will be able to go ahead on the four-lane only after paying the toll in Moda, Punjab. After this, there will be another toll plaza at Baloh on the border of Mandi and Bilaspur.

There will be a facility to make digital and cash payments on tolls. The work of both the toll plazas on the four-lane is almost complete. These toll plazas will be of seven lanes.

Five lanes will have the facility of fast tag and cash payment, while two lanes will be for emergency vehicles and toll-exempt vehicles. Equipment, CCTV cameras, etc. have been installed at the toll plaza.

NHAI will tender from Delhi itself to collect tax on toll. After this, the rates of toll tax will also be fixed. Its process has also started.

Most importantly, the vehicles going from Shimla to Hamirpur will not have to pay any toll on this four-lane.

Vehicles going from Shimla towards Hamirpur will use four-lane from Nauni to Bhaged. No toll barrier is being installed in a stretch of about 15 km.

On the other hand, Varun Chari, director of the Kiratpur-Nerchowk four-lane, said that preparations are on to start both the toll plazas on the four-lane in June.

NHAI will tender it from Delhi. The work of both the plazas has been completed.

Rain and landslides are creating obstacles in construction work

Kiratpur-Nerchowk has been announced to be opened for traffic by May 15. But the incessant rains are becoming a hindrance in the ongoing work between Zakatkhana and Garamora.

A major landslide has happened recently near Tunnel No-2 Baghchhal. On this part, the work of laying coal tar on four-lane and construction of bridge is going on.

According to director Varun Chari, if it continues to rain like this, there may be a delay in starting traffic completely on the four-lane.

Confluence of Natural and Religious Beauty can be seen in Bhagsu Situated in the Zenith of Dhauladhar

Apr 28, 2023

Himachal Pradesh is known for its natural beauty and historical religious places. There are many natural and religious tourist places here.

We are going to tell you about such a special place of Himachal Pradesh, which is a great tourist destination both in natural and religious form.

A unique confluence of religion and nature is found in Bhagsu, situated in the zenith of the high mountain ranges of Dhauladhar, about two kilometers from McLeodganj in Himachal Pradesh.

The place is famous for its ancient Bhagsunag Temple and the picturesque Bhagsunag Waterfall. Due to its proximity to Dharamshala, tourists keep coming here throughout the year.

This famous religious place is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated at an altitude of about 1770 meters above sea level, the Bhagsu Nag Temple reflects the art and culture of the medieval period.

It is believed about the temple that around five thousand years ago the serpent god had a war with a local king Bhagsu who had stolen water from the sacred Nag Dal lake. King Bhagsu was defeated in the war.

After the defeat, King Bhagsu apologized to Nagdevta. The serpent god pardoned King Bhagsu and the place was established as Bhagsu Nag. The temple complex has a two-storied rest house where pilgrims visiting the temple can stay.

Bhagsu is known for its natural and religious beauty. There are beautiful ponds and water springs coming out of the tiger’s head inside the temple premises. Bhagsu Waterfall is a popular tourist destination here.

The beauty of this place is very much liked by the nature lovers. During the monsoon, the waterfall turns into a torrential wall of 30 feet of water. Tourists coming here do not miss taking a bath in the cool water of the waterfall.

Due to the beauty of Bhagsu, the charming views of the plains here remain forever in the minds of the tourists. Bhagsu can also prove to be a good option for trekking enthusiasts.

How to Reach Bhagsu Temple

This tourist place is about 10 kilometers from Dharamshala and about one and a half kilometers from McLeodganj. Bhagsu is easily accessible from Dharamshala and Mcleodganj.

Dharamshala and McLeodganj are well connected by road to other major cities of the state. The nearest broad gauge railway station to Bhagsu is at Pathankot.

This station is connected to other major tourist stations including New Delhi. The nearest airport to Bhagsu is the Gaggal Airport in Dharamshala. This airport is connected with Delhi.

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The work of Himachal’s first drug testing laboratory will be completed by the end of May.

Apr 28, 2023

The work of Himachal's first drug testing laboratory will be completed by end of May

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh’s first drug testing laboratory at Baddi is expected to be completed in May. Testing of medicine with modern technology here will save time and results will also be available faster.

There will be no need to go to other states for drug testing. Rs 35 crore is being spent on this drug testing laboratory.

450 drugs will be tested per month in this drug testing laboratory coming up at Himuda Complex in Baddi.

Testing of more than five thousand drugs will be possible in a year. Baddi is known as the biggest pharma hub in Asia.

About 600 pharma industries are functional in the Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh region. About 35 percent of the country’s drugs are manufactured in these industries.

The work of the laboratory is in the final stage. This will be the first drug testing laboratory in Himachal Pradesh. With its introduction, the quality of medicines will improve.

On the other hand, Assistant Drug Controller Kapil Dhiman told that the work of the laboratory is going on in the final stage. This lab will start by May.

This will enable rapid testing of drug samples. Now there will be no need to go to other states for testing and the quality of medicine will also improve.

Discussion in Delhi Regarding the Roads of the State, the Central Government has to Approve the Package of PMGSY in the State

Apr 28, 2023

Shimla: A great brainstorming session is now taking place in Delhi on big Centre-based schemes. The Central Government has to approve the huge package of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana for Himachal. In this episode, the officials of the Public Works Department are exploring the possibilities of PMGSY.

In Himachal, the State Government has sent the DPR of the second phase of PMGSY to the Centre. A budget of 2813 crore has been proposed in this DPR. In this DPR, the Public Works Department has set a target of renovating about 2700 km of roads.

Himachal has got the approval of Rs 440 crore in the first installment. Now the roads which have been included in the second DPR are being discussed continuously between the state and the central government. After completing the formalities, now the proposal has been sent to the state.

In fact, Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu and Public Works Department Minister Vikramaditya Singh have also met in view of the approval of the state government’s PMGSY. The Central Government has tightened the process of approval of PMGSY.

The GIS reports and photos from there have to be sent to the Central Government. After this, the Central Government officials decide whether the road will be sanctioned in PMGSY or not. The state government has selected roads from all the blocks across the state for PMGSY.

For this year, about 3100 km of roads have come on the part of the state. Out of these, approval has already been given for 400 km and now efforts are being made for 2700 km.

If approved, the Government of India will spend 90 percent

With the consent of the State Government, the Public Works Department has prepared the DPR on the basis of past experiences. In such a situation, it is expected that the proposed DPR from Himachal will also be approved in the coming days.

If the Central Government approves the restoration of these roads, then the Government of India will meet 90 percent of the expenditure.

Himachal will have to spend only ten percent. This is the reason why the state government has put all its strength in achieving the huge budget.

Land Acquisition for Gaggal airport will Start Soon

Apr 28, 2023

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The process of expansion of Kangra Airport is progressing continuously. In such a situation, the work of land acquisition will start soon. Techno feasibility report is being sent to the government through drone survey.

After this, experts will give their suggestions regarding viability. After this, the complete design of the airport will be prepared by taking out its length and width from the Kangra airport strip to the construction of a bridge over Manjhi Khad. Meanwhile, as soon as all the formalities are completed, the work on the ground will also start.

The work of Kangra Airport, which is considered important from the point of view of security and tourism, will soon be seen coming out of the paper process. The drone survey of the new addition area including the existing infrastructure of the airport has been done point by point.

Now its complete detail report will be prepared and sent to the government. After this, the work of land acquisition will start and work on the process of all aspects from the bridge to be built on Manjhi Khad in the newly included area will also be carried out.

In this way, with the completion of all the formalities, there are possibilities of starting work at the ground level as soon as the process of paperwork regarding the airport is completed.

However, the people of the area are still demanding their rehabilitation. In such a situation, the government will have to work on the process of settling the people and businessmen of the displaced area.

Deputy Director of Tourism Department Vinay Dhiman says that after the survey the feasibility report will be ready, on the same basis the work will proceed. Efforts are being made in this direction.

There will be no Temporary Recruitment of Teachers in Himachal, Vacant Posts will be Filled through Public Service Commission

Apr 27, 2023

There will be no temporary appointments on the posts of teachers lying vacant in government schools of Himachal. Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu clarified the situation on teacher recruitment on Thursday.

Giving a big statement, the CM said that the Himachal government is not going to recruit temporary teachers anywhere.

He said that I read through newspapers this morning that the government is going to make appointments of teachers through the Director of Education, Deputy Director.

The CM clarified that the government has no intention of making any backdoor appointments.

The committee formed regarding the recruitment has only been told that wherever the posts of teachers are vacant, their information should be gathered.

The CM said that whatever appointments will be made, they will be done through the Public Service Commission.

The confusion being spread by the media regarding temporary recruitment, the government has no policy regarding it.

The government believes in transparency and whenever there will be recruitment on vacant posts, it will be done with complete transparency. Whatever has come in the newspapers is definitely wrong.

History of Mcleodganj and 5 Most Special Places to Visit

Apr 27, 2023

Mcleodganj is a major hill station located near Dharamshala in the state of Himachal Pradesh, which is quite popular among trekkers. The culture here is a beautiful mix of Tibetan culture with some British influence.

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Mcleodganj is also known as Little Lhasa. It is a beautiful town famous all over the world for being the home of the Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama, which is located near Upper Dharamshala.

Nestled amidst majestic hills and lush greenery, Mcleodganj is culturally blessed with a prominent Tibetan influence, largely due to the Tibetan settlements here.

Some of the most famous and religiously important monasteries in India are located in Mcleodganj, including Namgyal Monastery and Tsuglakhang.

History of Mcleodganj

In 1885, when India was ruled by the British Empire, various settlements were established in the Dhauladhars near the western range of the Himalayas. In 1849, during the Second Anglo-Sikh War, the British established their position in Kangra.

Dharamshala got its name from the small rest houses in the cantonment where the British used to stay, known as ‘Dharamshalas’.

Later this place became the administrative head office of Kangra district, after which the establishment of civil settlements started here.

Mcleodganj is named after David Mcleod who was the then Lieutenant Governor of Punjab. Lord Elgin who was the British Viceroy of India from 1862 to 1863 fell in love with this place.

Lord Elgin died in 1863 on his way to Dharamshala and was buried at St John’s Church-in-the-Wilderness in Forsythganj. Forsythganj was named after a Divisional Commissioner.

The city was destroyed during an earthquake in 1905, but was later revived once again by the Dalai Lama.

Rendezvous with Tibetan Culture

Mcleodganj, with its Tibetan monasteries and prayer wheels, is the uppermost part of the Dharamshala area, which exhibits a mix of Tibetan and Buddhist culture.

Here you can calm your mind in a peaceful Tibetan monastery and meditate to know your inner self.

During your visit, you can taste many Tibetan delicacies and buy authentic Tibetan souvenirs from Mcleodganj market.

5 best places to visit in Mcleodganj

Mcleodganj is the upper part of Dharamshala area which is famous for its many pilgrimage centers and temples. In this article, we are telling you about 5 such places to visit near Mcleodganj where you must visit once.

Bhagsunag waterfall

Bhagsunag Falls is the most famous tourist place near Mcleodganj which is located in Dharamshala. This tourist spot attracts tourists from all over the country who are a nature lover every year.

Bhagsunag Falls is a very good place for tourists who are looking for a peaceful place and want to see the wonderful views of nature. Bhagsu Falls is located on the road leading to Mcleodganj and Dharamshala.

Namgyal Monastery

Namgyal Monastery is a major tourist attraction in Mcleodganj, which is the abode of the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama.

Namgyal Monastery is also the largest Tibetan temple whose foundation was laid by the 2nd Dalai Lama in the 16th century and it was established by monks to help the Dalai Lama in religious matters.

At present there are around 200 monks in the Math (मठ) who are working towards protecting the practices, skills, and traditions of the Math. Namgyal Monastery is a very special place for tourists who are looking for a place of peace.

Bhagsunath Temple

Bhagsunath Temple is a major tourist attraction of Mcleodganj which is surrounded by beautiful pools and greenery. This temple is situated at a distance of about 3 kilometers from Mcleodganj.

Bhagsunag Temple is an ancient temple that you can visit during your trip to Mcleodganj. This temple was built by King Bhagsu in dedication to Lord Shiva and the local deity Bhagsu Nag.

Bhagsunath Temple is situated at an altitude of 1770 meters above sea level and is visited by a large number of devotees and tourists throughout the year.

Triund Mcleodganj

Triund is a popular trek about 9 kms from Mcleodganj. The place is situated at a high altitude which gives you the experience of trekking in the Himalayas.

Triund is a great place for trekking with amazing trails offering beautiful views of the Kangra Valley.

Dal Lake

Dal Lake is one of the major tourist places of Mcleodganj, situated at an altitude of 1,775 meters above sea level near the village of Tota Rani in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh.

Dal Lake has derived its name from the famous and attractive Dal Lake of Srinagar. The lake is surrounded by rugged mountains and towering deodar trees, which is a major tourist attraction.

The water of this calm lake is green, which is the abode of many types of fish. Many people call this lake cursed and some consider it holy, as there is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva on the banks of the lake.

Fort Kangra

Kangra Fort is one of the oldest forts in the country which is situated at a distance of 20 km from Dharamshala. The grand structure of this fort tells about the rich cultural heritage of Kangra and its glorious past.

This fort is the main attraction for tourists coming from all over the world. Kangra Fort is mentioned in the war records of Alexander and this fort has been attacked by the Mughals many times.

If you are going to visit Mcleodganj, then definitely include Kangra Fort in your list.

What is the best time to visit Mcleodganj

If you are planning to visit Mcleodganj then the best time to visit is between October and February, which is the winter season.

The summer season is between March and June during which the temperature in this area is around 25 degree Celsius. The temperature here during winter ranges between -1 °C and 9 °C.

You can visit Mcleodganj in winter as well as summer season, but it would not be advisable for you to visit the place during monsoon. It is better to avoid visiting here in the months of July and August due to heavy rainfall.

How to Reach Mcleodganj

How to reach by air

The nearest airport to Mcleodganj is Gaggal Airport, which is connected by very limited flights of some airlines. Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport is the major airport near Mcleodganj.

You can first take a flight from any major city in India to Delhi and then take a bus or car to Mcleodganj to reach your destination.

How to reach by road

Mcleodganj is well connected to various major cities of India like Dharamshala, Delhi, Chandigarh, etc. with the help of state government and private buses.

Travelers can easily reach the Mcleodganj bus stand with the help of these buses and then hire taxis to go anywhere in the town.

How to reach by Rail

Pathankot Railway Station, located about 90 km from Mcleodganj, is well connected to many major cities of India.

Travelers traveling up to Mcleodganj can avail trains that run between Delhi and Jammu. Many express and superfast trains run on this route, which any passenger can choose according to their budget and convenience.

With the help of taxis and buses available outside the station, you can easily reach Mcleodganj.

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Corona Update: 62 New Cases of Corona in Kangra, Number of Infected Reached 278

Apr 27, 2023

Corona Update: On Wednesday, 62 new cases of corona infection have been reported in district Kangra. With this, now the number of corona infected has increased to 278. On the other hand, 95 people have defeated the corona infection on Wednesday.

According to the information, 627 samples were tested in the district on Wednesday. Rapid antigen test has revealed 58 cases. At the same time, three cases have been registered under TrueNet and one under RTPCR.

At the same time, seven patients are under treatment in Make Shift Hospital, Tanda. Apart from being corona positive, he is suffering from other diseases.

CMO Kangra Dr. Sushil Sharma said that so far 72,882 corona positive patients have been reported in the district out of which 71,326 have recovered. 1,270 patients have died.

Experts will give opinion on Kangra Airport expansion; Formation of special group, report sought in two months on land acquisition

Apr 26, 2023

Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu’s government has taken a step ahead for the expansion of Kangra Gaggal Airport. After getting the report of the Social Impact Assessment, the state government has now formed an export group in this regard.

This expert group will submit its report to the government in the next two months before the land acquisition begins. According to the notification issued by Principal Secretary Tourism Devesh Kumar, a total of seven members have been included in the expert group.

In this, two social scientists are from Central University, Dharamshala. These include Professor Vishal Sood of the Education Department and Dr. Shashi Poonam, Associate Professor of the Social Worker Department.

The head of Gagal Panchayat and the head of Rachiyalu Panchayat will be the members of the expert group. Two rehabilitation experts have also been included in this.

Both of them are officers of the Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service. These include Deputy Commissioner R&R Raja Ka Talab Sanjay Dhiman and Joint Secretary Revenue Balwan Chand.

Vinod Kumar Uniyal has been included as a technical expert. This expert group will submit its report within two months after reading the Social Impact Assessment report.

Significantly, the length of Gaggal Airport is being increased from 1900 meters to 3100 meters. Only then big ships will be able to land here.

At present, due to the small airstrip, only 90-seater aircraft can land here with a load penalty. The state government will spend about 4000 crores on the expansion of this airport. It is a brownfield category airport.

Waiting for decision on Mandi airport

During the previous BJP government, the then Chief Minister Jairam Thakur had decided to build an airport at Balh in Mandi. It is a Greenfield category airport, in which the state has to bear all the expenses.

The government has also received the report of the Social Impact Assessment for this proposed airport, but an expert group has not yet been formed regarding this airport.

However, the tourism department has taken the recommendation of names for the expert group from the district administration Mandi.

Yellow alert for four days of rain and hailstorm in Himachal Pradesh

Apr 26, 2023

An alert has been issued regarding rain and hailstorm in the state from Wednesday. The possibility of strong thunderstorms has also been imposed in many districts of Himachal Pradesh.

According to the information received from the Meteorological Center Shimla, there is a possibility of bad weather in Himachal Pradesh for four days.

According to the Meteorological Center Shimla, there is a possibility of rain in the plains, middle and high mountain parts of the state from April 26 to 29.

During this, there may be snowfall on the peaks. Yellow alert has also been issued for thunderstorm in some parts.

Due to the rain-hail alert, the tension of the farmers-horticulturists has increased. It rained in many areas of Kangra on Tuesday. Due to this, the wheat kept cut in the fields has been damaged.

Unique Temple – The Sound of Damru Comes from Tapping the Stones

Apr 25, 2023

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There is no dearth of mystical and ancient temples in India. You will find many famous temples in every corner of the country. Many of these temples are also considered miraculous and mysterious by the people.

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Today we are going to tell you about one such temple, which would not be wrong if called mysterious. Because it is said that on tapping the stones in this temple, a sound like a drum comes. Actually, it is a Shiva temple, which is also claimed to be the tallest Shiva temple in Asia.

This Unique Temple is in Himachal’s Solan

Jatoli Shiva Temple is located in the Solan district of the Himachal Pradesh state of India, which is known as Jatoli Shiva Temple.

Built in South Dravidian style, the height of this temple is about 111 feet. The building of the temple is a unique piece of art, which is made on sight.

Mythology

It is believed about this temple that Lord Shiva came here in mythological times and stayed for some time. Later Swami Krishnanand Paramhans came to Jatoli in 1950.

On whose guidance and direction the construction work of Jatoli Shiva temple started in 1008. He laid the foundation of this temple in the year 1974.

However, he took samadhi in the year 1983, but the construction work of the temple did not stop, instead, the temple management committee started looking after its work.

It took about 39 years for the Jatoli Shiva temple to be completely ready. The most important thing about this temple built at a cost of crores of rupees is that it was built with the money donated by devotees from India and abroad. This is the reason why it took more than three decades to build it.

Tallest Shiva Temple

After Swami Krishnananda took Samadhi, the temple management committee continued the construction of the temple. Recently an 11 feet tall golden urn has been offered in the temple. Due to this the height of the temple reached about 122 feet.

The committee claims that this is the tallest Shiva temple in North India. A crystal Shivling costing Rs 17 lakh will soon be established and consecrated in the Shiv temple at Jatoli.

The water here is amazing, cures serious diseases

It is believed that there was a scarcity of water in Jatoli. To get relief from this, Swami Krishnanand Paramhans did severe penance to please Lord Shiva.

After this, water was extracted from the ground by the attack of Trishul. Since then till today there has never been any water problem in Jatoli.

Not only this, it is said that by drinking this water even the most serious diseases can be cured.

How To Reach Jatoli Shiv Temple

Jatoli Shiv Temple is located in the Jatoli village near Solan in Himachal Pradesh, India. Here are the different modes of transportation to reach the temple:

By Road

The temple can be easily reached by road as it is well-connected by a network of roads. Solan is the nearest town, and from there, the temple is about 10 kilometers away. One can hire a taxi or take a bus from Solan to reach the temple.

By Air

The nearest airport is Chandigarh International Airport, which is about 55 kilometers away from the temple. From the airport, one can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach the temple.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Kalka Railway Station, which is about 45 kilometers away from the temple. From there, one can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach the temple.

Jatoli Temple Google Map

Teacher Recruitment will be Done in Himachal for 2 or 3 years, this much Salary will be Given

Apr 25, 2023

JBT-Shastri Cabinet discusses batchwise recruitment

The formula for teacher recruitment in Himachal is almost fixed. The government is going to fill the vacant posts in remote areas of the state.

For this, brainstorming took place in the cabinet sub-committee meeting on Tuesday and according to the formula that has been worked out, teachers will be recruited temporarily, which will be for two or three years or till the regular recruitment is done.

This recruitment will be completely different from PTA, SMC, and Vidya Upasak recruitment formula.

R & P rules will be followed in temporary teacher recruitment, in which all rules including reservation will be followed.

However, it has not been finalized yet, as a meeting of the cabinet sub-committee has been called again on Thursday, in which the temporary teacher recruitment formula will be finalized.

After this, the matter will go to the cabinet meeting, after which approval will be sought from the Finance Ministry.

On Tuesday, a meeting was held on the matter of recruitment of Cabinet Sub Committee Chairman and Industries Minister Harsh Bardhan Chauhan, Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi, Education Minister Rohit Thakur, Secretary Education, and Secretary Law, in which many issues were discussed.

After the meeting, Minister Harshvardhan Chauhan told in a press conference that the government’s focus is on the future of the children.

It has been observed that there are no teachers in remote areas. Since the new session has started, it is very important to fill the vacant posts in the schools.

Due to this, work is being done on teacher recruitment under the new formula, which will be finalized in the sub-committee meeting to be held on Thursday.

Recruitment will be like this

After finalizing the new formula, JBT, TGT, C&V, Lecturer and College Cadre will be recruited. In this, the recruitment of JBT, TGT, C & V will be done at the district level, which will be done by the deputy director.

R&P rules will be followed in the recruitment, taking into account the merit of the candidate’s 10th, 12th, Graduation, JBT, B.Ed. Along with this, the reservation will also be seen.

There will be no viva for recruitment i.e. personal interviews will not be taken. After the completion of the process, teachers in hard areas will be posted for two or three years. Lecturers will be recruited through Direct Education.

How much will be the salary

A decision has not yet been taken on how much salary and what facilities will be provided to the teachers hired temporarily by the government. The salary will be decided by the cabinet.

The government has asked for the details of the vacant posts running since the last one year i.e. April 2022, whose figures will be revealed in the meeting of the sub-committee to be held on Thursday.

11 medicines made in HP are substandard, action against ten companies of Central Drugs Standard Control Organization

Apr 25, 2023

Strict cognizance on production of substandard medicines in Himachal

In the investigation of the Central Drug Standard Control Organization, 11 types of medicines manufactured in ten industries of Himachal Pradesh and toothpaste of a well-known company have been found to be sub-standard.

Apart from this, 35 medicines manufactured in the pharmaceutical industries of other states of the country have also failed to meet the quality standards.

Medicines manufactured in Himachal Pradesh which have been found to be sub-standard include medicines and injections for the treatment of diabetes, arthritis, vitamin syrup, stomach infection, bacterial infection, and hypertension.

The 11 medicines found to be sub-standard were manufactured at the pharmaceutical industries located at Nalagarh, Baddi, Barotiwala and Gagret, while the toothpaste was manufactured at the unit located at Baddi.

Apart from this, medicines manufactured in the pharmaceutical industries of Jammu, Bangalore, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Maharashtra, Telangana, Delhi, Haryana, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh have also failed in the investigation of CDSCO.

On the basis of the drug alert issued by the CDSCO, the State Drug Controller has issued notices to the concerned companies and summoned their response, besides directing the Assistant Drug Controllers of the concerned areas to visit the industries and submit the reports.

Let us tell you that the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization had collected samples of 1497 medicines from different states of the country in the month of March, out of which 48 medicines were found to be sub-standard, while 1449 medicines were found to be correct on the quality scale. -hdm

Even a Toothpaste Failed

In the drug alert for the month of March, 11 medicines manufactured in ten industries of Himachal, including two different batches of one medicine of one company and two different medicines of one pharmaceutical company, have also been found sub-standard in the investigation.

While the toothpaste of a well-known company has also turned out to be sub-standard on the scale of quality.

Action will be Taken Soon

State Drug Controller Navneet Marwah said that show-cause notices have been issued to all the concerned pharmaceutical companies involved in the drug alert issued by CDSCO.

Apart from this, a detailed report has also been called from the Assistant Drug Controllers, whose medicines of pharmaceutical companies are repeatedly being found to be sub-standard.

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