Chief Secretary Gilgit-Baltistan, Mohiuddin Ahmad Wani called on the Minister of State for Tourism, Wasi Shah, to engage in an extensive discourse on the captivating allure of Gilgit-Baltistan and the strategic measures essential for the augmentation of tourism within the region.  The Chief Secretary Gilgit Baltistan presented a comprehensive overview of Gilgit-Baltistan's tourism landscape to Minister of State for Tourism Wasi Shah. Managing Director PTDC, Aftab ur Rahman Rana was also present on the occasion.Minister of State Wasi Shah expressed his commendation for the proactive initiatives undertaken by the Gilgit-Baltistan administration for promotion of tourism, highlighting Gilgit-Baltistan as an epitome of tranquility suitable for tourism. Additionally, he proposed the prospect of inviting international players to take part in activities such as ice hockey in Gilgit-Baltistan, thereby fostering a favorable perception of Pakistan.Furthermore, Minister of State Wasi Shah affirmed his intent to personally visit Gilgit-Baltistan in the near future, where he plans to offer condolences to the bereaved family of a 27-year-old porter from Skardu who had  passed away in a tragic incident at K2.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)